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An e-bike that can climb Mount Everest on a single charge? Optibike is up to the task

July 28, 2022 by Adam Birney

Since 1998, Optibike has built high-performance bikes and electric bicycles for all riders. The new Optibike R22 Everest claims to be able to climb one of the highest peaks in the world on a single charge. I guess it wouldn’t matter that there aren’t any charging stations above the clouds since it’s downhill all the …

Trek releases two new e-bikes that won’t break the bank

July 25, 2022 by Adam Birney

Traditionally, Trek has built premium electric bicycles for seriously committed cyclists. While having high-quality materials, the corresponding high price has put their bikes out of reach from first-time or casual riders. For instance, some of Trek’s top models will cost you over $8,000. That’s a bit much for those who just want to get some …

New study finds a big gender gap in electric scooter riders.

July 22, 2022 by Adam Birney

A new study by the electric scooter sharing company Dott found that men vastly outnumber women in their electric scooter ridership. Their research focused on the UK, France, and Italy, though I wouldn’t be surprised to find similar results of an electric scooter gender gap in NA. At the end of 2021, 29% of Dott …

Apollo Pro promises to be the first electric hyper scooter

July 19, 2022 by Adam Birney

The Montreal-based company may have outdone themselves with their upcoming Apollo Pro scooter; this might be the most impressive and expensive scooter that Apollo has ever made. Standing on a unibody frame created from solid aluminum, this is the first ever scooter where you can use your smartphone as a display with wireless charging. No …

Turn any bike into an ebike with this pocket-sized battery

July 18, 2022 by Adam Birney

Electric bikes can be expensive, but what if you could transform your ordinary bicycle into an e-bike? Even better, what if you could fit the battery in your pocket? Swytch has come to answer every cyclist’s dreams with their new compact electric bike conversion kit. It is the only electric bike system that is compatible …

Gotrax G4 Review: The best and biggest Gotrax e-scooter

July 14, 2022July 14, 2022 by Adam Birney

The G4 is Gotrax’s overall best-selling scooter, but is it worth your money? While there are some valuable features, the Gotrax G4 is a rather bulky e-scooter that leaves room for improvement. Here’s a hands-on review to help you decide if the Gotrax G4 is right for you. What you need to know about the …

Segway Ninebot Max Review: A reliable long-range commuter scooter

July 13, 2022July 8, 2022 by Adam Birney

What some say is the best electric scooter on the market, the Segway Ninebot Max has become so popular that you likely may have seen a few in your city. With an impressive 40 miles of range, durable components, and three different riding modes, it certainly has a lot going for it. But is it …

Äike just revolutionized the e-scooter to a T

July 7, 2022July 6, 2022 by Adam Birney

Designed, manufactured, and assembled entirely in Europe from recycled materials, the former Formula-E engineers’ team may have forever changed how we ride e-scooters. For starters, the Äike T is the first e-scooter in the world to have USB-C charging both ways. Let that sink in. That means you will be able to use a device …

Gotrax GXL V2 Review: A budget-friendly beginner e-scooter

June 24, 2022 by Adam Birney

The Gotrax GXL V2 is billed as the go-to short-distance commuter scooter, but does it stand up to testing? With an affordable price point, modest speeds, and simple controls, it’s easy for anyone to hop on and zip around without prior experience. However, there are some downsides to consider. Here’s a hands-on Gotrax GXL V2 …

Aptera raises $40 million to bring the first solar electric vehicle to market

June 6, 2022 by Adam Birney

What if you never had to fill your tank with gas or plug in your car to charge with electricity? What if you could simply park your car outside to be fueled by nothing but rays of sunshine? That is the vision of Aptera; to make the most energy-efficient vehicle to date with solar energy. …