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E-Bike Industry WAR Erupts Over “Too Much Power”: Avinox M2S | TWR Ep 84

The e-bike industry is heating up… and this episode dives into one of the biggest debates happening right now: are high-powered e-bikes helping the industry grow, or putting trail access and regulations at risk? We break down the growing controversy surrounding powerful new systems like the Avinox M2S and why some industry voices are pushing back hard against the rapid escalation in e-bike power and performance. But that’s just the beginning. We also cover Amazon’s new cargo “e-bikes” replacing delivery vans in some cities, the growing debate over whether moped-style e-bikes belong on MTB trails, and what these industry shifts could mean for riders moving forward. As lawmakers, trail groups, brands, and riders all weigh in, the future of e-bikes may be entering a major turning point. In this episode: ⚡ The controversy surrounding high-powered e-bikes 🚲 Avinox M2S reactions and industry concerns 🛻 Amazon’s new cargo e-bike delivery fleet ⛰ Trail access debates and moped-style e-bikes 📜 The growing push for stricter e-bike regulations 🗣 Viewer comments and industry discussion Let us know your thoughts in the comments: Are powerful e-bikes good for the industry… or are they creating bigger problems long term? 👕 Merch + Rider of the Week Riders highlighted during the Rider of the Week section get a free T-shirt! If you’ve been mentioned in this or any previous episode, and you haven’t received your t-shirt, fill out the form below so we can ship it to you! 👉 Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/t9o6SHE3aTp7hvmW9 👉 Merch Shop: https://shop.electricbikereport.com/ Deal Links: Check out Heybikes Anniversary sale and giveaway: https://electricbikereport.com/heybike-5th-anniversary-sale/ Retrospec’s Summer Sale: https://ebrdeals.com/RetrospecPromos Aventon’s Memorial Day Sale: https://ebrdeals.com/AventonPromos Lectric’s Memorial Day Sale : https://ebrdeals.com/LectricPromos Accessories / Gear: Fidlock: https://www.fidlock.us/ Recent Reviews: GoTrax Tundra: https://electricbikereport.com/gotrax-tundra-review/ Magnum Bliss: https://electricbikereport.com/magnum-bliss-review/ E-Bike Trail System of the Week: Genesee Riverway Trail: https://www.traillink.com/trail/genesee-riverway-trail/ Email questions to: questions@electricbikereport.com  (or comment on this video, we love comments) #ebike #electricbike #ebikenews #emtb #ebikelaws #trailaccess #cyclingnews 00:00 - Intro 00:34 - News Of The Week 00:49 - DDOT Launches MicroFreight pilot program 04:33 - Comments on Avinox & powerful motors in general 10:04 - New bike theft tracker from Litelok! 12:43 - SGS opens new testing facility in Bentonville 15:38 - Gear Highlight 18:32 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews 20:20 - E-Bike Trail Systems 25:54 - Questions & Comments 26:09 - Is the Juiced Scrambler FS allowed on mountain bike trails? 28:40 - Why is the Electra Townie Go's battery sealed? 32:33 - How to choose and buy a good helmet? 36:18 - Advice on how to start riding your new e-bike 41:21 - Deals Of The Week 44:26 - Rider Highlight 45:45 - Wrap Up 46:26 - Bloopers!

Specialized Slashed Prices… And Porsche & Fazua Motors Just Gave Up - TWR Ep 83

Porsche is shutting down its e-bike division. Specialized just slashed prices on Turbo Levo models. And now Fazua motor support could soon become a major concern for riders and brands alike. In this week’s episode of the Weekly Recharge, we break down some of the biggest shifts happening in the e-bike industry right now, including Porsche stepping away from the e-bike market, what that could mean for Fazua motor systems moving forward, and why brands across the industry may be reacting to increasing pressure from newer high-performance motor platforms. We also cover: ⚡ The growing uncertainty around Fazua motor support and future development ⚡ Specialized cutting prices by up to 27% on select eMTBs ⚡ New helmet recalls affecting thousands of riders ⚡ The rise of powerful next-gen motor systems changing the market ⚡ Free new e-bike safety education courses ⚡ The debate over what legally counts as an “e-bike” ⚡ Semi-solid-state battery technology explained ⚡ A massive 185-mile trail system worth checking out ⚡ New e-bike reviews and testing updates from EBR Plus, we answer viewer questions about: 🚴 EU vs US e-bike laws 🔋 Semi-solid-state vs solid-state batteries 🪖 The best MIPS helmets for e-bike riders ⚖️ Why e-bike classifications are becoming increasingly controversial If you enjoy staying up to date on e-bike news, reviews, laws, tech, and industry changes, subscribe and hit the bell so you don’t miss future episodes. 👕 Merch + Rider of the Week Riders highlighted during the Rider of the Week section get a free T-shirt! If you’ve been mentioned in this or any previous episode, and you haven’t received your t-shirt, fill out the form below so we can ship it to you! 👉 Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/t9o6SHE3aTp7hvmW9 👉 Merch Shop: https://shop.electricbikereport.com/ Deals of the Week: Heybike’s Anniversary Sale: https://ebrdeals.com/HeyBikePromos Mokwheel’s Father’s Day Sale: Mokwheel’s Father’s Day Sale E-bike trail System Highlight: The Chesapeake and Ohio (C&O) Canal Towpath / C&O Canal Trail, Maryland https://www.visitmaryland.org/co-canal Owners of helmets are advised to destroy the helmets by cutting off the straps, take photos, and emailed them to the respective companies to get a full refund Favoto: safety@favoto.com Foubeaka/Geniuss: LKX_jiayichen@outlook.com Online eBike course: eBikecourse.com/MBM Email questions to: questions@electricbikereport.com  (or comment on this video, we love comments) #ebikes #electricbikes #specialized #porsche #fazua #emtb #ebikenews #electricbikereport 00:00 - Intro 00:34 - News Of The Week 00:49 - Porsche closes Fazua motor brand 03:45 - Specialized drops prices! 06:50 - Helmets recall! 09:34 - Free E-Bike course throughout May! 11:49 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews 14:23 - E-Bike Trail Systems 22:38 - Questions & Comments 22:59 - Are American e-bikes faster than Europe's? 24:54 - Some clarification about solid-state batteries 29:43 - Is the Jackrabbit MG Cargo actually an e-bike? 32:50 - Some comments about helmet safety 38:33 - Deals Of The Week 41:12 - Rider Highlight 42:56 - Wrap Up 43:39 - Bloopers!

Solid-State E-Bike Batteries Are Coming FAST… + New E-bike Laws Based on Speed?

In this episode of the Weekly Recharge, we break down a major announcement around semi solid-state battery technology that could bring faster charging, longer lifespan, improved cold weather performance, and increased safety compared to traditional lithium-ion systems. If these claims hold up, this could be one of the biggest upgrades e-bikes have seen in years. We also dive into a new bill in Massachusetts that aims to classify e-bikes and other micromobility devices by speed tiers. This could affect where different types of e-bikes are allowed to ride, introduce new restrictions, and reshape how states regulate everything from Class 1 bikes to higher-speed devices. 🔍 In This Episode: - New semi solid-state battery tech explained - How it compares to current lithium-ion systems - Proposed e-bike speed tier laws and restrictions - What the new classifications could mean for riders - Bicycle light recalls and safety concerns - Industry updates and behind-the-scenes insights If you ride an e-bike—or are thinking about getting one—these updates could directly affect you. 👕 Merch + Rider of the Week Riders highlighted during the Rider of the Week section get a free T-shirt! If you’ve been mentioned in this or any previous episode, and you haven’t received your t-shirt, fill out the form below so we can ship it to you! 👉 Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/t9o6SHE3aTp7hvmW9 👉 Merch Shop: https://shop.electricbikereport.com/ Deal Links: Aventon’s Memorial Day Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/AventonPromos Lectric’s Mother’s Day Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/LectricPromos Accessories / Gear: Bikase MIK Momo Basket - https://bikase.com/products/momo-basket-mik Universal MIK Carrier Plate - https://bikase.com/products/universal-carrier-mik-compatible Recent Reviews: Juiced Scrambler Hardtail - https://electricbikereport.com/juiced-scrambler-hardtail-review/ Juiced Scrambler Full-Suspension - https://electricbikereport.com/juiced-scrambler-fs-review/ E-Bike Trail System of the Week: Courtney Campbell Trail, Florida - https://www.traillink.com/trail/courtney-campbell-trail/ Bikes Discussed in this Episode:  Juiced Scrambler HT - https://ebrdeals.com/juiced-scrambler-ht Juiced Scrambler FS - https://ebrdeals.com/juiced-scramber-fs Email questions to: questions@electricbikereport.com  (or comment on this video, we love comments) Drop a comment: What do you think matters more—better tech or better regulations? 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Upway 01:42 - News Of The Week 01:54 - New Revv1 Evo with new battery technology! 05:30 - New Act in Massachusetts 09:55 - News about Rad Power Bikes 12:16 - Bike lights recall! 15:01 - Gear Highlight 17:25 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews 19:07 - E-Bike Trail Systems 24:01 - Questions & Comments 24:12 - What's the best way to charge your bike's battery? 26:55 - Can the Juiced Scrambler reach 28mph with only the throttle? 28:55 - Do we plan to cover recumbent e-bikes? 30:27 - Do the blinkers in the Scrambler switch off automatically?  32:23 - Thoughts on Juiced new owners and the company's future. 36:26 - Deals Of The Week 38:57 - Rider Highlight 40:33 - Wrap Up 41:10 - Bloopers!

E-Bike Leaders Are Teaming Up to Fight New Laws + Veltoric Tempo vs Breeze 1 | TWR Ep 81

The e-bike industry is starting to push back. With new laws and regulations popping up across the country, major e-bike organizations are now coming together to help shape the future of how these bikes are classified, regulated, and used. In this episode, we break down what’s happening, why it matters, and how it could impact riders moving forward. We also take a closer look at two popular commuter options—the Velotric Breeze 1 and the Tempo. If you’re trying to decide between comfort, performance, and overall value, this comparison will help you understand the key differences and which one might be the better fit for your riding style. 🔍 What We Cover: Why e-bike industry groups are joining forces What new regulations could mean for riders Velotric Breeze 1 vs Tempo comparison Ride feel, performance, and key differences Which bike makes more sense depending on your needs If you're shopping for a new e-bike or trying to stay ahead of changing laws, this is one you’ll want to watch. 👕 Merch + Rider of the Week Riders highlighted during the Rider of the Week section get a free T-shirt! If you’ve been mentioned in this or any previous episode, and you haven’t received your t-shirt, fill out the form below so we can ship it to you! 👉 Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/t9o6SHE3aTp7hvmW9 👉 Merch Shop: https://shop.electricbikereport.com/ Deal Links: Ride1Up’s Spring into Action Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/Ride1UpPromos Specialized’s Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/SpecializedPromos Accessories / Gear: Rux Cooler Cube (5L) - https://rux.life/products/cooler-cube Recent Reviews: Jasion Hunter Pro - https://electricbikereport.com/jasion-hunter-pro-review/ Murf Higgs Cargo - https://electricbikereport.com/murf-higgs-cargo-review/ Magnum Wave - https://electricbikereport.com/magnum-wave-review/ E-Bike Trail System of the Week: Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park - https://www.traillink.com/trail/fred-meijer-white-pine-trail-state-park/ Pere Marquette - https://www.traillink.com/trail/pere-marquette-state-trail/ The Bill Field Memorial Hart-Montague Trail - https://www.traillink.com/trail/william-field-memorial-hart-montague-trail-state-park/ Bikes Discussed in this Episode:  Magnum Cosmo 2.0 - https://ebrdeals.com/ebrMagnum-Cosmo2 Aventon Soltera 3 ADV - https://ebrdeals.com/AventonSoltera3ADV Ride1Up Roadster V3 - https://ebrdeals.com/Ride1UpRoadsterV3 Velotric Tempo - https://ebrdeals.com/velotric-tempo Velotric Breeze 1 - https://ebrdeals.com/VelotricBreeze1 Email questions to: questions@electricbikereport.com  (or comment on this video, we love comments) Drop a comment and let us know—are you more concerned about new e-bike laws, or finding the right bike for your needs? #ebikelaws #ebikenews #ebikes  00:00 - Intro 00:33 - News Of The Week 00:40 - New Hawaiian House Bill 05:20 - E-Bike Industry Collaboration! 07:45 - New Bosch's Various Updates 12:14 - New Tern and BikeInsure Partnership 14:19 - Gear Highlight 15:52 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews 17:02 - E-Bike Trail Systems 21:16 - Questions & Comments 21:22 - Reliability, Battery Life and general long term E-Bike data. 29:17 - Why do we review 1000 watt E-Bikes? 33:34 - E-Bike recommendation for ActuallyDarumbo 38:03 - Velotric Breeze 1 vs Velotric Tempo 51:09 - Deals Of The Week 53:08 - Rider Highlight 54:56 - Wrap Up 55:40 - Bloopers!

E-Bike Crackdown? New Bills Could Limit Speed, Power & Where You Ride TWR Ep 80

E-bike laws are changing across the U.S.—and it’s happening faster than most riders realize. In this episode of the Weekly Recharge, we break down the latest e-bike legislation being proposed and passed in multiple states, including Minnesota, Utah, Illinois, and California. From new speed limits and power restrictions to licensing requirements and redefined classifications, these updates could impact how and where you ride. We also cover the broader issue behind all of this—why e-bike laws are becoming more complicated, how different states are approaching regulation differently, and what that means for riders and manufacturers moving forward. In addition to the legislation updates, we also answer a key rider question: 👉 Which folding e-bikes are the most comfortable and easiest to pedal without power? 👕 Merch + Rider of the Week Riders highlighted during the Rider of the Week section get a free T-shirt! If you’ve been mentioned in this or any previous episode, and you haven’t received your t-shirt, fill out the form below so we can ship it to you! 👉 Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/t9o6SHE3aTp7hvmW9 👉 Merch Shop: https://shop.electricbikereport.com/ 🔍 In this episode: New e-bike laws and proposed bills by state Changes to speed limits, classifications, and restrictions Licensing, safety, and enforcement updates Why inconsistent laws are creating challenges for riders and brands Folding e-bike comfort and pedal efficiency breakdown With so many changes happening at once, it’s more important than ever to stay informed and understand how these laws could affect your riding experience. 💬 What do you think about these new e-bike laws? Drop a comment and let us know your take. E-Bike Trail System of the Week: MIssissippi River Trail, Louisiana  - https://www.traillink.com/trail/mississippi-river-trail-(louisiana)/ Bikes Discussed in this Episode:  Heybike Mars 3.0 - https://ebrdeals.com/HeybikeMars3 Lectric XP4 750 - https://ebrdeals.com/LectricXP4-750 Brompton Electric C Line - https://ebrdeals.com/BromptonCline12Speed Urtopia Carbon Fold 2 - https://ebrdeals.com/urtopia-carbon-fold-2 Dahon K-Feather - https://ebrdeals.com/DahonKFeather Aventon Aventure M - https://ebrdeals.com/AventonAventureM Aventon Level 4 REC - https://ebrdeals.com/aventon-level-4-rec Aventon Level 4 ADV - https://ebrdeals.com/aventon-level-4-adv Deal Links: Aventon’s Spring Sale - https://ebrdeals.com/AventonPromos Velotric’s Earth Month Deals - https://ebrdeals.com/VelotricPromos Accessories / Gear: VelociRAX 6 Max - https://www.velocirax.com/products/6-max Email questions to: questions@electricbikereport.com  (or comment on this video, we love comments) #ebikelaws #ebikes #ebike news 00:00 - Intro 00:34 - Upway 01:36 - News Of The Week 01:55 - Riese & Muller withdraw from the US 05:23 - New Minnesotan Bill 07:49 - New Utahn Bill 09:30 - New Illinois Bill 11:29 - New Californian Bill #1 14:12 - New Californian Bill #2 18:49 - Gear Highlight 21:17 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews 22:21 - E-Bike Trail Systems 26:47 - Questions & Comments 27:00 - Do you have to store batteries indoors? 28:18 - Which folding e-bike is the most comfortable? 32:23 - Level 4 Rec vs Level 4 Adv vs Aventure M 37:44 - Deals Of The Week 39:46 - Rider Highlight 41:05 - Wrap Up