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Shimano opens 2026 with weak global sales
2+ hour, 49+ min ago (83+ words) The slowdown in consumer spending and market uncertainty due to the geopolitical situation is starting to surface in the financial results in the e-bike and bicycle industry. Except for the Oceanian market, Shimano reports weak retail sales worldwide. As a…...
German industry rivals Eurobike with launch of international trade fair
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (75+ words) The debate around Eurobike has entered a new phase since German industry organisations announced they will organise 'a leading international trade show' in 2027. This decision stems from a dispute between the Eurobike organiser, Fairnamic, and the German industry organisations ZIV,…...
Joycube targets safer, longer-range e-bikes with semi-solid battery technology
1+ week, 6+ day ago (535+ words) At Eurobike 2025, Joycube showcased their semi-solid battery solution that combines solid-state benefits with practical production. Joycube R&D manager Olivia Huang explains how it is designed to meet the needs of both the Chinese and European e-bike markets. China's new…...
Du Tech Holding building a new conglomerate in the bicycle industry
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (21+ words) Bike Europe Du Tech Holding building a new conglomerate in the bicycle industry...
DAHON and Ideal Bike sign strategic cooperation agreement
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (227+ words) In early January, folding bicycle manufacturer DAHON TECH (HKEX Stock Code: 02543. HK) and Ideal Bike Corp (TPEx Stock Code: 8933) signed a strategic cooperation agreement at DAHON's headquarters, with a focus on green mobility. Amid intensifying global market competition, the alliance…...
Shimano study reveals the hidden bottleneck in Europe's cycling boom
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (21+ words) Bike Europe Shimano study reveals the hidden bottleneck in Europe's cycling boom...
ZF e-bike activities on hold as major partner Raymon breaks cooperation
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (79+ words) One of the world's largest automotive suppliers ZF, marked its entry into the e-bike business with a debut at Eurobike in 2018. Specialising in tailor-made open drive systems, the German manufacturers aimed to become a serious competitor to Bosch. However, this…...
Herrmans Bike Components: ready for an unpredictable future
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (755+ words) Founded in 1959, Herrmans began as a rim tape specialist and has since evolved into a global OEM supplier of grips, lights, reflectors, chain guards and accessories. Today, its portfolio comprises around 2, 000 components used on bicycles worldwide. "In our industry, challenging…...
2025 exposes deepening division in the bicycle industry
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (144+ words) ZEIST, The Netherlands - It became apparent within the first few months of the year that 2025 would not be the turnaround year the bicycle industry needed. A muted Taipei Cycle show made clear that the supply chain was nowhere near back…...