The Rad Power Bikes Radster Trail — CleanTechnica Tested

Credit to Author: Kyle Field| Date: Thu, 25 Apr 2024 22:03:29 +0000

Rad Power Bikes was the first brand to truly move into the electric bike space with a full range of models and has been a dominant brand ever since. A few weeks ago, the brand announced a renewed focus on safety with a new Safe Shield battery as the firm … [continued]

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NYC Dept. Of Transportation Authorizes Electric Cargo Bikes For Use On City Streets

Credit to Author: Derek Markham| Date: Wed, 24 Apr 2024 23:01:08 +0000

Last month, New York City’s Department of Transportation authorized the use of electric cargo bikes on city streets, and put some key safety standards in place. On March 27, NYC DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced the amendments to the city’s traffic rules to allow the operation of “pedal-assist commercial bicycles,” … [continued]

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Mercedes-Benz Explores Pairing eSprinter Vans With E-Cargo Bikes For Last-Mile Deliveries

Credit to Author: Derek Markham| Date: Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:46:05 +0000

A pilot program uses a special Mercedez-Benz eSprinter electric van as a mobile micro-depot which brings ONOMOTION’s standardized container modules to transfer points on its route, where the container is then off-loaded onto an ONO electric cargo bike which then completes the last-mile deliveries. With this system, the electric van … [continued]

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The Omnidirectional Self-Balancing Screw-Bike Is The Wildest E-Bike Yet

Credit to Author: Derek Markham| Date: Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:33:39 +0000

The Screw-Bike is a one-of-a-kind electric bike built by YouTuber and mechanical engineer James Bruton, and while its incredible complexity makes it unlikely that something like this will ever end up on the market, it’s an amazing piece of e-bike engineering. The self-balancing Screw-Bike uses 4 in-line Mecanum wheels made … [continued]

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Hot Deal: Save Up To $700 On An E-Bike With Heybike’s Earth Day Flash Sale

Credit to Author: GearTechnica| Date: Fri, 19 Apr 2024 22:07:11 +0000

Many companies that put their products on sale for Earth Day are greenwashing more often than not, as the products usually have nothing to do with sustainability. But if those products actually do contribute to a cleaner and greener future, such as e-bikes, then putting them on sale for Earth … [continued]

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Fahrbike’s Affordable UrbanCarry Cargo / Utility E-Bikes Come In 3 Sizes

Credit to Author: Derek Markham| Date: Fri, 19 Apr 2024 18:24:46 +0000

Fahrbike’s UrbanCarry line of cargo e-bikes look to be a great option for those looking for some affordable wheels that can carry both you and your gear, whether that’s children or the groceries or a workbag or three. Fahrbike has several UrbanCarry bikes to choose from — the Mini, the … [continued]

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The Vvolt Slice Lite Is A Right-Sized Lightweight Utility E-Bike — CleanTechnica Tested

Credit to Author: Derek Markham| Date: Wed, 17 Apr 2024 21:51:44 +0000

When a cargo e-bike is too much for your daily needs, but a standard e-bike isn’t enough, then a utility e-bike might be just the right fit, and the Vvolt Slice Lite is a solid contender. Although Portland-based Vvolt is new to the CleanTechnica team, the company has been designing … [continued]

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This Bicycle Is Made From Recycled Plastic Using Renewable Energy

Credit to Author: Derek Markham| Date: Tue, 16 Apr 2024 18:03:06 +0000

Plastic. It’s literally everywhere on our planet, and it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. And in case you missed the memo, “plastic recycling is not technically or economically viable at scale,” and is “virtually hopeless.” However, perhaps by using recycled plastics on a small scale, such as for these bicycles by … [continued]

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Electrify Everything Everywhere All At Once – India Edition Transcript

Credit to Author: Michael Barnard| Date: Mon, 15 Apr 2024 18:28:24 +0000

Under the auspices of the India Smart Grid Forum, the think tank founded as an umbrella organization over India’s 28 state utilities to provide thought leadership, share leading practices, and bring international insights to India, I’m delivering bi-weekly webinars framed by the Short List of Climate Actions That Will Work. … [continued]

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How To NOT Promote Better Streets For Bikes & Pedestrians

Credit to Author: Jennifer Sensiba| Date: Sun, 14 Apr 2024 03:40:18 +0000

A couple weeks ago, I came across an article that advocated for better pedestrian and cyclist safety. While nobody wants people to be unsafe and nobody likes seeing death and destruction, there are a few clichéd things the article does that I see all the time, and they’re not good … [continued]

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