As with other auto-shifting systems, the hub motor will automatically adjust the gear ratio when the ebike reaches a certain speed – in this case moving from first to second at 13 km/h (8 mph). When ...

Welcome to SHIFT Basics, a collection of tips, explainers, guides, and advice to keep you up to speed with mobility tech. One of the most important choices you need to make when buying an ebike is ...

Nicolai is a seasoned bicycle manufacturer from Germany. With more than 25 years of developing premium, high-performance bikes, the brand has also joined in on the electric bicycle craze. In its ...

The Swytch e-bike conversion kit with a 250W geared hub motor has been released. The new e-bike conversion kit has a simple design and is highly affordable. It also has a robust outlook and is ...

Cargo ebikes can be a great alternative to the family car when hauling groceries or doing the school run. But they can be a bit wobbly at slow speeds. Startup Tarran is aiming for improved stability ...

This week on Electrek’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes a new ...