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Daily Mail
07-07-2025
- Daily Mail
The souped-up e-bikes terrorising British cities: Cycles are illegally modified to go 70MPH around the streets, injuring pedestrians and unleashing chaos
E-bikes in British cities are being illegally modified to reach speeds of more than 70mph - as locals complain their streets are becoming 'even more unsafe'. The majority of hundreds of delivery cycles in Birmingham are operating outside the law and ignoring the 15.5mph speed limit, police say. There are also reports of riders 'scattering' when apprehended on streets and drivers being arrested - but then released on bail. Speaking to ITV, a West Midlands officer explained she had 'got hurt' last year after one delivery driver sped off as police attempted to stop him. She said: 'What they're doing is incorrect and they shouldn't have the speeds they're going up to. 'It is a little tricky for us to try and detain them but we do get them and we get the bikes off the road. 'I got hurt last year trying to stop them.' One of the bikes seized by police during the operation was able to do more than 70mph. Two of the riders stopped in the report were also found to be in the country illegally - though they were arrested and released straight away on bail and given penalty notices. Locals have also voiced fears pavements are 'no longer a safe space' and speeding riders are especially of concern for partially sighted people. Louise Connop of the Thomas Poplington Trust said: 'They're a massive nuisance. We use the pavements as a safe space and it's becoming even more unsafe and unreliable.' Steve Keith, who is partially sighted, added: 'So they're now doing illegal speeds on the footpath and you don't know they're there until it's gone whizzing past you. 'By that time it's scared the living daylights out of myself and my guide dog.' Cycling journalist and reporter Laura Laker told ITV there were other concerns besides injuries on the road including the bikes 'catching fire'. She said: 'These are machines that have been modified and they're illegal for use on UK roads and police treat them like motorbikes. 'They're also catching fire in people's homes. It's absolutely devastating.' Ms Laker claimed the issue was 'all being driven by delivery firms' with companies using a 'legal loophole' to not class riders as workers. She added people being paid on a 'per drop basis' are pushed to make 'as many deliveries as they can in as short a time as possible'. Ms Laker insisted riders were being 'exploited' and 'put under a lot of pressure'. It comes as menacing e-bikes worth up to £5,000 have recently been unearthed as being used 'almost exclusively' for a wave of crime on Britain's streets. Donna Jones, who is responsible for policing in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, warned in March the electric bicycles which resemble motorbikes are frequently being used by criminals due to their 'agility'. The police and crime commissioner claimed the majority of people using these type of e-bikes are 'doing something wrong' as she voiced her concerns over the spate of crime gripping Britain. Charity Crimestoppers says it has been inundated with reports of members of the public being terrorised by riders. Examples include a farmer in Dumfries who found his fields had been ripped up overnight, costing him thousands of pounds in repairs and increased security and an elderly lady in Edinburgh who almost stepped into the path of a bus to avoid a bike on the pavement crashing into her. In February, Whinhill Golf Club in Greenock, Renfrewshire, was badly damaged by people riding off road bikes on the fairways. Angela Parker National Manager of Crimestoppers, said: 'We heard from many people who felt scared and threatened by the increased use of illegal off-road bikes. 'This illegal activity also damages the environment and heritage, taking years to recovers and costing thousands to repair.' Last December, it emerged that almost 300 dangerous e-scooters and e-bikes were seized by police in the first nine months of 2024 amid a spike in illegal modifications. Officers removed 281 vehicles from the roads after finding they exceeded speed and power limits. In comparison, just 91 were seized in the previous two years. Under Scots law, e-scooters are only legal on private land. They should have a maximum speed of 15.5mph and a maximum power of 250 watts. E-bikes, which can be used on cycle paths and public roads, should always come with pedals and the motor should not be able to power it above 15.5mph.
Globe and Mail
28-06-2025
- Automotive
- Globe and Mail
Dahon Founder Showcased New Lineup, Revolutionary Patented Bike Tech at Eurobike 2025
FRANKFURT, Germany , /CNW/ -- Led by Dr. David Hon , Founder & CEO, DAHON unveiled a lineup of innovative new products at EUROBIKE 2025, drawing widespread attention with its DAHON 2.0 Campaign backed by its proprietary DAHON-V bike tech promising improved performance across all lines of products. The impressive product lineup attracted major industry figures such as executives from Giant and Golden Wheel Group, along with many of DAHON's European distribution partners. Major cycling media such as Global Cycling Network (GCN) Tech also grace the occasion to report on the product showcase. New Product Highlights K-Feather – Ultralight E-Bike With an ultra-compact design weighing just 12 kg, the K-Feather integrates a high-density hidden battery and torque sensor for up to 40 km of intelligent power output. Its minimalist design makes it a top choice for urban commuters, and a true fusion of technology and aesthetics. Télodon C8 AXS – Carbon Frame Folding Bike DAHON's first single-beam carbon fiber folding road bike features an exclusive internal V-fold mechanism that keeps its folded form as sleek and simple. Combined with patented DELTECH and Super Downtube, it offers enhanced frame stiffness and extended lifetime. Equipped with a SRAM AXS wireless shifting system and UDH, it ensures precise, stable performance at high speeds. Vélodon C8 Di2 – Carbon Frame Roadbike Designed with DAHON-V tech, featuring an aerodynamic frame design and Shimano Ultegra Di2 electronic shifting. Frame stiffness is increased by 20–30% compared to standard carbon road bikes, offering a powerful yet agile ride. DAHON Electric Lineup DAHON's electric lineup marks a new era in powered cycling. With five series ranging in size and use case, ranging from electric-assist bikes to mopeds, e-motorcycles and e-trikes. These smart, user-friendly features reflect DAHON's mission to make everyday mobility easier, smarter, and more enjoyable. Visit DAHON at Booth A12, Hall 12 during June 25 – 29, 2025.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
13-year-old bicyclist seriously injured after collision in Tahoe area
A 13-year-old girl was seriously injured Saturday morning after the bicycle she was riding was struck by a car in the South Lake Tahoe area. The California Highway Patrol reports that the girl was riding an E-bike when she was hit by an Acura MDX at the intersection of Lake Tahoe Boulevard and Sawmill Road. A CHP press release said she was thrown into the air and hit a 'snow-paddle marker.' The girl, a resident of South Lake Tahoe, was transported to Barton Memorial Hospital with what the CHP called life-threatening injuries. No information was available Sunday on her condition. The car's driver, also a South Lake Tahoe resident, was described as a 56-year-old woman. Witnesses to the accident are asked to call Officer M. Renk at the CHP's South Lake Tahoe area office, at (530) 539-9500.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Yahoo
Edinburgh E-bike yobs wreck historic golf course as greenkeeper speaks of 'despair'
A gang of E-bike vandals have ripped up a historic Edinburgh golf course. The head greenkeeper at Braid Hills Golf Club has spoken of his despair, after around 15 riders roared across the greens. Gary Rodger branded the aftermath a 'scene of devastation' while speaking with the Daily Record. The course has been left with deep skid marks, with members 'appalled'. READ MORE: Edinburgh 'ban' on Red Arrows and RAF fighter jet flights proposed READ MORE: Edinburgh high-rise residents beg 'please fix our lift, it's been nearly a year' The 136-year-old municipal has come under repeated attacks from youngsters on the electronic bikes, which have marauded, along with others on high powered scramblers. ADVERTISEMENT Gary said: 'One of our boys made a video of the young boys coming over a fairway and you could count around 15 of them against the skyline. "It was a grim sight, when you know what was going to happen next. I don't know if they are setting out to cause the damage or whether they just like the hills and contours, which cause natural ramps for them. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox "But they are ripping up all our good work and it's soul destroying for us." Gary said the greenkeepers have been working long and hard to get the course in top condition for the prestigious Dispatch Trophy - which has run for 125 years. He said: "This is a club with such a rich history and these bikes are killing us. "The greens were looking pretty good but when we came to work and were faced with the damage it was a hammer blow." 'We are literally dreading this going on and on' -Credit:Supplied/Daily Record Gary's videos and images on X were shared worldwide, causing outrage in the USA and Australia among golf fans. He has made a complaint to police and hopes they can stop those responsible before the course suffers even worse damage. ADVERTISEMENT The course damage includes two greens that were left unplayable, plus grooves caused by deep skids in other parts of the course. Gary added: 'We have an 18 hole course that we have been focusing on and a nine hole course. They just keep coming back to the big course, which is really frustrating.' He said that efforts were being made to identify those responsible, including analysing various videos. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. He said: 'The stuff we have doesn't make faces clear but we are hoping that police might be able to put together whatever evidence is there and get an idea of who is doing this. 'We are literally dreading this going on and on. My first thought is to appeal to the better nature of those responsible in the hope they can accept that what they are doping might be having consequences way beyond what they ever intended. But we really just need it to stop.' ADVERTISEMENT In August last year a group of bikers were filmed wreaking havoc at Braid Hills, as horrified locals watched on. Three youths on motorised bikes were chewing up turf, ignoring the protests of witnesses who berated them and demanded that they stop. A video at the time showed a resident, yelling at the group before they beeped their horns at him and took off from the scene.
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott gave an unexpected gift to his team: 'It was truly priceless'
The Dallas Cowboys might be more used to Mustangs or the prancing horse of Ferrari, but quarterback Dak Prescott has given his teammates a different kind of trusty steed. The 31-year-old partnered with EMOTO Supply Co. to deliver CAKE Makka electric mopeds to each of the NFL team's players, and all the machines were branded with jersey numbers and adorned in Cowboys colors. It's a fun gift for the squad after a tough season that featured a Prescott injury, a 7-10 record, and no playoff appearance, and it looks like they all enjoyed their first experience with the electric bikes. "Dak's leadership and thoughtfulness are truly inspiring," said EMOTO Supply Co. founder and managing partner Michael Joyce, per CW33. "I get to see reactions of people's first times on electric bikes daily, but seeing the players' reactions when they stepped on the CAKE bikes, it was truly priceless. We are fortunate to have had the opportunity to curate this end-of-season gift for Dak." The standard Makka bike has a top speed of 28 mph and can cover 34 miles on a single charge. EMOTO says it is a "machine built to last" and perfect for carrying smaller bags and groceries. The Makka can help encourage owners to leave their gas-guzzling cars behind for shorter trips. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, 28% of the United States' production of planet-warming pollution comes from vehicles. Keeping the car at home when possible can help to shrink transportation's negative environmental impact. While the electricity used to charge the bikes might be created by burning dirty fuels, you can further reduce pollution by filling the battery with electricity created by solar panels. What's more, with no tailpipe on the back, the Makka won't release health-harming toxic gasses and particulate matter when zipping from A to B. YouTubers enjoyed the video and had praise for the gift that Prescott chose. "Awesome gift; you can see the joy on the players' faces!" one commenter wrote. "Excellent choice of gift too!" "Welcome to the Ebike world!" another person added. "Lots of fun!" Join our free newsletter for weekly updates on the latest innovations improving our lives and shaping our future, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
