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Harley-Davidson recalls nearly 17,000 motorcycles over brake failure fears

Harley-Davidson recalls nearly 17,000 motorcycles over brake failure fears

Published by Daniella Wilson

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Harley-Davidson has recalled nearly 17,000 motorcycles over fears that the bikes’ brakes could fail. The company recalled certain FLHC, FXBB, FXLRS, and FXLRST Softail motorcycles from model years 2025 and 2026, federal regulators said in an April 13 notice. These motorcycles’ rear brakes could go out, increasing the risk of a crash, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration warned. “The rear brake line may contact the Body Control Module (BCM), resulting in a hole in the brake line, a brake fluid leak, and loss of the rear brakes,” federal regulators said. Harley-Davidson has recalled nearly 17,000 motorcycles over fears that the bikes’ brakes could fail (Getty Images) Harley-Davidson will inspect affected bikes and fix any issues associated with the recall, free of charge. Owners …

Why the Los Angeles Fire Department just added 30 electric motorcycles to its fleet

Why the Los Angeles Fire Department just added 30 electric motorcycles to its fleet

Published by skeptic

The Los Angeles Fire Department is adding a new tool to its emergency response arsenal, and it’s not your typical fire truck. The department is rolling out 30 new ERidePro electric motorcycles designed to serve as fast, highly mobile medical response units. Unlike traditional EMS vehicles, these aren’t meant to replace ambulances. Instead, they’re built to get personnel on scene faster, especially in situations where access is limited by traffic, rough terrain, or disaster conditions. “When access is limited, timing is critical,” LAFD Chief Jamie Moore explained to CBS. “In our line of work, time is not just important, it’s everything.” Each unit will be operated by a two-person team, effectively creating compact, agile medical response crews that can reach patients more quickly than larger vehicles. Once on scene, riders can begin basic medical support, assess hazards, and coordinate further response efforts, including ambulance transport if needed. Advertisement – scroll for more content Donated by Google and YouTube, the light electric motorcycles are more than just electric dirt bikes with lights slapped on them. “These …

Zeno raises M to speed up production of its battery-swap motorbikes

Zeno raises $25M to speed up production of its battery-swap motorbikes

Published by skeptic

The EV transition might have hit a hurdle in the U.S., but it’s not slowing down in East Africa, where several startups are vying for a piece of the burgeoning electric motorbike market. Zeno is one of those companies, and this week it announced a $25 million Series A to expand its app-controlled battery-swap network and produce more of its Emara motorcycles. About $20.5 million of the total was an equity fundraise, Zeno co-founder and CEO Michael Spencer told TechCrunch. It was led by Congruent Ventures with participation from Active Impact and Lowercarbon Ventures. The remaining $4.5 million is a debt facility from Camber Road and Trifecta Capital. Zeno had previously raised a $9.5 million seed round led by Lowercarbon Ventures and Toyota Ventures. Since emerging from stealth a-year-and-a-half ago, Zeno has built more than 800 of its Emara motorbikes and set up more than 150 charging locations across four countries in East Africa. The Zeno Emara has a long seat to carry passengers and cargo.Image Credits:Zeno / Motorbikes are a cornerstone of transportation in …

The one company that sells 70% of all electric motorcycles

The one company that sells 70% of all electric motorcycles

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There’s one company that now sells nearly three-quarters of all full-size electric motorcycles in the US. And no, it’s not some scrappy startup out of Silicon Valley (though there are some very cool California-based electric motorcycle startups). It’s actually LiveWire – the Harley-Davidson-born electric motorcycle spinoff that just claimed a 70% market share in the 50+ horsepower on-road electric motorcycle segment in 2025. On paper, that sounds like dominance. And in a very specific slice of the market, it is. If you want a full-size, highway-capable electric motorcycle, LiveWire has essentially become the go-to brand in the US, even if there are a limited number of companies competing for the top spot. But here’s the catch: that slice of the market is still tiny. Advertisement – scroll for more content Market leader… of a very small market LiveWire reported 653 electric motorcycles sold in 2025, up 7% from 612 units in 2024. In the fourth quarter alone, motorcycle unit sales jumped 61% year over year to 381 bikes, which helped the company end the year …

Introducing the world’s first production motorcycle powered by solid-state batteries

Introducing the world’s first production motorcycle powered by solid-state batteries

Published by Jenni Sidey

A small Finnish electric motorcycle maker is making one of the boldest claims the electric vehicle world has heard in years. Verge Motorcycles says it is preparing to deliver the world’s-first production motorcycle powered by a solid-state battery, a technology long described as the future of electric transport. The company, based in Finland, developed the new battery system with Donut Lab, a technology firm founded by the same team behind Verge. Together, they say the battery will debut in an updated version of the Verge TS Pro, with customer deliveries expected in early 2026. If the claim holds, it would mark the first time a solid-state battery reaches consumers in any vehicle. Solid-state batteries replace the liquid electrolyte used in today’s lithium-ion cells with a solid material. Researchers and automakers have pursued the technology for years because it promises longer range, faster charging, and improved safety. Despite frequent announcements from major automakers, production timelines have repeatedly slipped. Engineered around the donut motor, the TS Pro blends power, precision, and elegance in perfect harmony, giving you …