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  • Bafang automatic shifting motor, 50 MPH scooter, more
    2025/08/15

    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 new e-bikes from Heybike, the Priority Skyline launch, Segway's new 50 MPH electric scooter, a Bafang hub motor with automatic shifting, and more.

    The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek’s YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter.

    As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

    After the show ends, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

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    We also have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.

    Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the Wheel-E podcast today:

    • Bafang’s new automatic shifting hub motor could change urban e-biking
    • Two people, one bike: JackRabbit unveils ‘Micro Hauler’ line of two-seater rides
    • Priority launches Skyline e-bike with high-end Pinion gearbox, Gates belt drive, and surprising price
    • Heybike launches two new full-suspension e-bikes at crazy low prices
    • Segway just launched a 50 mph electric scooter – and it’s an absolute beast
    • Drone drops electric bike to help Ukrainian soldier escape Russians
    • I bought an electric mini jet boat from China. Here's what showed up

    Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10:00 a.m. ET):

    https://www.youtube.com/live/CaxkeW4W8sk
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    1 時間 3 分
  • '70 MPH e-bikes', Vietnam bans gasoline bikes, more
    2025/08/01
    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 "70 MPH e-bikes" prompting new law changes, recalled Amazon/Walmart e-bikes, Vietnam banning gasoline-powered motorcycles, and more. The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek’s YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter. As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We also have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the Wheel-E podcast today: ’70 MPH e-bikes’ prompt one US state to change its lawsCalifornia Governor signs two new electric bike safety bills into lawThousands of super cheap Amazon & Walmart e-bikes recalled after firesIf you think electric bikes are bad, there’s a much bigger menace hitting our roadsInmotion launches 50 MPH commuter electric scooter. Would you ride it?Vietnam setting bans on gasoline motorcycles next year, followed by carsYou can finally get your motorcycle license on an electric, and everyone’s loving it Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 8:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 9:00 a.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEl92_tXae8&ab_channel=Electrek.co
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    55 分
  • Lectric XP Trike2, Amish e-bikes, little Honda, more
    2025/07/18
    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 new e-bikes from Aventon and Lectric, a surge in Amish riding e-bikes, a wireless charging kickstand, cheaper electric motorcycles coming from Honda and LiveWire and more. The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek’s YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter. As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We also have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the Wheel-E podcast today: Lectric XP Trike2 launched as the affordable new electric trike every senior needs!Aventon launches Aventure M, a mid-drive fat tire e-bike with auto-shiftingMajor electric bike maker recalls thousands of e-bikes after fork defect foundThis new wireless e-bike charger wants to be the future of electric bikesMore Amish than ever are switching to electric bicyclesHonda's new super low-cost electric motorcycle design revealed in new patentLiveWire gives surprise unveiling of two smaller, lower-cost electric motorcycles Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10:00 a.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/3PyECP6wZgw
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    53 分
  • 65 MPH ONYX moped, lightweight Dahon e-bikes, more
    2025/07/04
    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 ONYX RCR 80V electric moped, new lightweight e-bike motors, Aventon's powerful update, California cops catching illegal e-bike riders with drones, a super lightweight new e-bike from Dahon, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by CYCROWN, an e-Bike company born from a passion for cycling. Its lineup now includes the new CYCROWN Dremax – a high-performance urban commuter e-bike now on sale in the US and Canada. Use Electrek50 to save $50 off your new eBike when you order. The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek’s YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter. As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We also have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the Wheel-E podcast today: ONYX launches new 65 MPH electric moped, boosting power even higherNewly unveiled electric bike motor is ‘world’s lightest, most efficient’HappyRun G300 Pro review: It’s an electric motorcycle with pedals and I’ve got some thoughtsHow California cops are now using simple drones to catch illegal e-bike ridersAventon pushes update to boost its electric bikes’ powerDahon launches first super-lightweight e-bike that is actually affordableHonda’s new electric two-wheeler doubles the power and range Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10:00 a.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/LCM2XEPozuw
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    1 時間 5 分
  • New VanMoofs, Urban Arrow cargo e-bike, more
    2025/06/20

    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 new e-bikes from Urban Arrow and VanMoof, testing of the Oh Wow Cycles Conductor Plus rickshaw tricycle, the new Olto electric moped, a Honda four-wheeled quad-bike, low cost Zero motorcycles, and more.

    The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek’s YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter.

    As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

    After the show ends, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

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    We also have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.

    Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the Wheel-E podcast today:

    • A reborn VanMoof just launched two new e-bikes hoping to win back riders
    • Urban Arrow’s new FamilyNext Pro e-bike is here to finally replace your second car
    • I’ve been using the pickup truck of electric bikes and it’s pretty amazing
    • This new electric moped is coming for your streets and bike lanes, and that’s a good thing
    • Honda just unveiled an EV for the bike lane and it’s not what you think
    • Zero announces its new low-cost electric motorcycles have begun production
    • Personal electric flying machines are becoming dangerously affordable

    Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 9:30 a.m. ET (or the video after 10:30 a.m. ET):

    https://www.youtube.com/live/jOPrSvxnzeo
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    1 時間 13 分
  • SONDORS returns, Trek adds throttles, more
    2025/06/06

    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 Trek's first throttle e-bike, NYC imposing a 15 MPH speed limit for e-bikes, MeetOne Tour electric trike review, why your e-bike frame number is important, NIU's stock is soaring, and more.

    The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek’s YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter.

    As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

    After the show ends, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

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    We also have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.

    Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the Wheel-E podcast today:

    • Trek breaks new ground with its first throttle-equipped electric bike
    • It’s official: NYC will impose a new 15 MPH speed limit on electric bikes
    • MeetOne Tour full-suspension electric trike review: The most powerful and most comfortable e-trike yet
    • There’s a hidden number on every e-bike. You should find yours right away
    • Back from the dead? Bankrupted e-bike company SONDORS now pre-selling bikes again
    • No, Honda didn’t just launch its first electric motorcycle (and you can’t buy it)
    • NIU’s stock nearly doubles in 2025 amid soaring electric moped sales

    Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 9:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 10:00 a.m. ET):

    https://www.youtube.com/live/NA-5F4iUv_I
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    1 時間 23 分
  • Velotric Nomax 2X, Meepo Flow test, more
    2025/05/23

    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 launch of a full-suspension e-bike from Velotric, Yamaha-backed company's plan for battery swapping in electric bicycles, buying a super-cheap e-bike from China, testing the Meepo Flow electric skateboard, PodBike closes its doors, the impending launch of the Royal Enfield Flying Flea electric motorcycle, and more.

    The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek’s YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter.

    As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

    After the show ends, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

    Apple Podcasts

    Spotify

    Overcast

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    We also have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.

    Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the Wheel-E podcast today:

    • Velotric launches its first full-suspension fat tire electric bike
    • This Yamaha-backed plan hopes to eliminate electric bicycle charging forever
    • I bought a $390 electric bicycle directly from China. Here’s what showed up
    • Meepo Flow: gorgeous all-purpose cruising e-skateboard for summer fun
    • The best-looking enclosed electric bike-car yet isn’t going to make it
    • Royal Enfield’s Flying Flea electric motorcycles launching early next year
    • How one of the only profitable electric motorcycle companies got there with street-legal e-dirtbikes

    Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 8:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 9:00 a.m. ET):

    https://www.youtube.com/live/D2lYO9ia-Xo
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    51 分
  • Lectric XP4, new RadRunners, Tariff troubles, more
    2025/05/09

    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 the launch of the Lectric XP4 e-bike, a new set of RadRunners from Rad Power Bikes, California's e-bike voucher program hits more hurdles, the effect of Trump tariffs on several e-bike and e-moto companies, and more.

    The Wheel-E podcast returns every two weeks on Electrek’s YouTube channel, Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter.

    As a reminder, we’ll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in.

    After the show ends, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps:

    Apple Podcasts

    Spotify

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    RSS

    We also have a Patreon if you want to help us to avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming.

    Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the Wheel-E podcast today:

    • Game-changing Lectric XP4 next-gen electric bike launched, shocking industry once again
    • Rad Power Bikes launches 3 new RadRunner e-bike models with new features like radar
    • California’s e-bike voucher program stumbles again as ‘technical issue’ forces indefinite delay
    • Popular high-power electric bike brand announces shutdown
    • The crazy, untold story of Lectric Ebikes’ secret deal to save Juiced Bikes
    • How Trump’s tariffs are killing ‘Made in America’ mopeds
    • Tariffs will increase Zero Motorcycles’ prices on its more affordable e-motorbikes this month

    Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 8:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 9:00 a.m. ET):

    https://www.youtube.com/live/r2-mob-MxYM
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    1 時間 3 分