All posts tagged: Bikes

Best Electric Cargo Bikes (2026): Urban Arrow, Lectric, Tern, and More

Best Electric Cargo Bikes (2026): Urban Arrow, Lectric, Tern, and More

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Specialized’s proprietary, 700-watt motor feels natural—sometimes to an annoying extent, as the bike is designed for you to pedal and you won’t get faster than 10 mph just by using the throttle. Also, there’s no option for a dual battery. Still, the battery well exceeded Specialized’s estimated 60-mile range. Granted, I am a small person, but I was usually hauling at least one other person on the bike with me at all times, so I still found this remarkable. It’s easily adjustable—both my 5’10” husband and my 5’2″ self were able to switch off riding, which is important if this is your family’s all-purpose hauler. The display is intuitive, and the buttons are well-spaced apart so you don’t get confused or end up button-mashing. Also, Specialized’s accessories go a long way toward making this bike so much more useful. Yes, you could jerry-rig some Home Depot buckets to the front of your bike and drill holes in the bottoms for them to drain, but the Coolcave panniers ($90) are so much more attractive, easy to …

How Paris swapped cars for bikes – and transformed its streets | Paris

How Paris swapped cars for bikes – and transformed its streets | Paris

Published by Sam Flores

When Corentin Roudaut moved to Paris 10 years ago, he was too scared to cycle. The IT developer had biked everywhere as a student in Rennes but felt overwhelmed by the bustling French capital. Cars were everywhere. Cyclists had almost no protection. But once authorities carved out space for a segregated bike lane on Boulevard Voltaire near his home in the 11th arrondissement, Roudaut returned to the two-wheel commute and did not look back. He now volunteers with Paris en Selle, a cycling campaign group, and has watched with wonder as the city has shaken off its car-centric reputation. “It was a process that started slow and really accelerated in the last 10 years,” Roudaut said. “At least in some parts of the city, we have a [cycle] network that is starting to be safe and pretty much complete.” Paris has embarked on a grand transformation since Anne Hidalgo became mayor in 2014, planting 155,000 trees, adding several hundred kilometres of bike lanes, pedestrianising 300 school streets and banning cars from the banks of the …

The best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in Apr 2026

The best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in Apr 2026

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I’ve spent countless hours here at Electrek doing detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes. Through thousands of miles of riding, I’ve been fortunate to learn these e-bikes inside and out, top to bottom and front to back. That long-term experience with real-world e-bike testing has helped me find the best electric bicycles on the market for just about any budget. Below are some of the top e-bikes I’ve hand-tested for every price range, current as of April 2026. Spring is finally here, and that means it’s time to get back in the saddle! Check out the awesome e-bikes below, any one of which could become your next electric bike. This list is divided into several price ranges. We’ll start with the best e-bikes under $1,000, then move on to the under-$2,000 category, under-$3,000 category, etc. The goal is to highlight some of my favorite models in various budget ranges to help you make the right decision based on your needs and budget. The sub-$1,000 electric bike category is critical for a few reasons. …

Best Kids’ Bikes (2026): Woom, Prevelo, Guardian, and More

Best Kids’ Bikes (2026): Woom, Prevelo, Guardian, and More

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Compare Top Kids Bike Brands Honorable Mentions Photograph: Adrienne So Linus Roadster for $349: We tried the 20-inch Roadster and it’s a little kids’ bike, with coaster brakes and no gears. The reach is also a little far for a 7-year-old. However, it is a beautiful bike, with an aluminum alloy frame and gorgeous, vegan leather handlebar grips and seat. You also get a bell and a kickstand. ByK E-450 for $191: This first pedal bike has an alloy frame that puts its weight at an insanely light 18 pounds. It’s also cheap for everything you get—a big saddle, a bell, and both coaster brakes and hand brakes. Best Accessories Getting the bike is the first step. Here are a few bike accessories my children use every day. For more accessories, check out our roundups to the Best Bike Helmets and Best Bike Lights. Photograph: Michael Venutolo-Mantovani Nüdl Unicorn Helmet with Mips for $60: Nüdl helmets come outfitted with Mips, which is an in-helmet system that protects against rotational impact and reduces the risk of …

Best Electric Mountain Bikes (2026): Specialized, Cannondale, Salsa

Best Electric Mountain Bikes (2026): Specialized, Cannondale, Salsa

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Electric mountain bikes are both a godsend and a curse if you like riding on trails. There’s an old saying that you have to “earn your turns”—that the dopamine-boosting swerves and leaps down a pump track just don’t feel as good if you aren’t shaky-legged and sweating from pedaling all the way up to the top. That is a lie. It feels wonderful either way. (Just follow the cries of rapidly descending “whoo-hoo!” downhill.) Sneering at e-MTBs keeps a lot of people from the sport who aren’t in the best physical shape, including former MTBers who may have gotten older or injured. Gatekeeping is never a good look. On the other hand, getting buzzed by a ton of e-mopeds in the shape of bikes on a backwoods trail is enough to make anyone murderous. Testing electric mountain bikes is one of my favorite things to do. That’s why I’ve collected some of our favorite rides to help get you outside and moving. Every electric mountain bike here has been personally tested on over 50 miles …

The best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in Mar 2026

The best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in Mar 2026

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I’ve spent countless hours here at Electrek doing detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes. Through thousands of miles of riding, I’ve been fortunate to learn these e-bikes inside and out, top to bottom and front to back. That long-term experience with real-world e-bike testing has helped me find the best electric bicycles on the market for just about any budget. Below are some of the top e-bikes I’ve hand-tested for every price range, current as of March 2026. Spring is just threatening to show itself, and that means it’s time to get ready for riding weather! Check out the awesome e-bikes below, any one of which could become your next electric bike. This list is divided into several price ranges. We’ll start with the best e-bikes under $1,000, then move on to the under-$2,000 category, under-$3,000 category, etc. The goal is to highlight some of my favorite models in various budget ranges to help you make the right decision based on your needs and budget. The sub-$1,000 electric bike category is critical for …

Life EV officially owns Rad Power Bikes now

Life EV officially owns Rad Power Bikes now

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Life Electric Vehicles Holdings, also known as Life EV, officially owns the intellectual property, inventory, and certain operating assets of Rad Power Bikes. Life EV acquired Rad Power for $13.2 million. Rad Power Bikes, a buzzy electric bike company that raised nearly $330 million in venture capital, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in December. The company had struggled for months prior to its bankruptcy filing, and had warned employees it might have to shut down without new capital. Life EV intends to keep the company intact and said it will continue retail operations under the Rad Power Bikes brand in the United States. It also plans to expand the retail footprint in select key markets. Life EV also pledged to support existing customers who might be wondering what would become of their bike warranties or even gift cards. The Florida-based Life EV has built its business by acquiring, developing, and scaling electric bicycle and micro-mobility brands. While Rad Power is perhaps its highest profile purchase, the company also holds an equity interest in LEV …

Rad Power Bikes sale completed, new owner to build e-bikes in the US

Rad Power Bikes sale completed, new owner to build e-bikes in the US

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Rad Power Bikes, once the dominant force in North America’s direct-to-consumer e-bike boom, has officially found a new home. Life Electric Vehicles Holdings (Life EV) announced this week that it has completed a court-approved acquisition of Rad Power Bikes’ brand, intellectual property, inventory, and certain operating assets. The move positions Life EV as the new owner of one of the most recognizable names in the e-bike industry. The company says it plans to continue operating under the Rad Power Bikes brand in the United States while expanding retail operations in select markets. For longtime Rad riders, one immediate question will be what happens to existing customer commitments. Life EV says it intends to support Rad customers by honoring certain warranties and gift cards in accordance with the terms of the asset purchase agreement, though details are not clear at this time regarding which prior commitments will be honored. Rad Power Bikes played a major role in shaping the modern North American e-bike market in the pre-pandemic years, quickly becoming the largest e-bike company in the …

New California bill to require license plates for electric bikes

New California bill to require license plates for electric bikes

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A newly introduced bill in California could dramatically change how electric bikes are treated under state law – and it may put license plates on most e-bikes. Assembly Bill 1942, introduced by Assemblywoman Rebecca Bauer-Kahan, would require all Class 2 and Class 3 electric bicycles to be registered with the California Department of Motor Vehicles and to display a special license plate issued by the DMV. Under current California law, e-bikes are divided into three classes: Class 1 (pedal assist up to 20 mph or 32 km/h), Class 2 (throttle-equipped up to 20 mph or 32 km/h), and Class 3 (pedal assist up to 28 mph or 45 km/h). These classifications, established nearly a decade ago, were specifically designed to treat e-bikes more like bicycles than motor vehicles. That means no registration, no insurance, and no license plates – one of the key reasons e-bikes have become such an accessible alternative to driving. They’re as hassle-free as a bicycle while being easier to ride. AB 1942 would change that for Class 2 and Class 3 …

The best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in Mar 2026

The best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in Feb 2026

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I’ve spent countless hours here at Electrek doing detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes. Through thousands of miles of riding, I’ve been fortunate to learn these e-bikes inside and out, top to bottom and front to back. That long-term experience with real-world e-bike testing has helped me find the best electric bicycles on the market for just about any budget. Below are some of the top e-bikes I’ve hand-tested for every price range, current as of February 2026. While some of us are buried in snow, others are starting to see the first glimpse of riding season on the horizon! Check out the awesome e-bikes below, any one of which could become your next electric bike. This list is divided into several price ranges. We’ll start with the best e-bikes under $1,000, then move on to the under-$2,000 category, under-$3,000 category, etc. The goal is to highlight some of my favorite models in various budget ranges to help you make the right decision based on your needs and budget. The sub-$1,000 electric bike …