Episodes

  • MOD Berlin e-bike, ELF bike-car is back, more
    Jul 26 2024
    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 MOD and Mooncool, how micromobility is having an interesting impact on the Paris Olympics, a review of the Tenways CGO600 Pro e-bike, a potential return of the lovable ELF electric bike-car, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by CYCROWN, an electric cycling specialist focused on growing a community of e-bike enthusiasts around the globe. For a limited time, take advantage of CYCROWN Online Store Prime Day and enjoy an additional 5% Off all items. This offer can also be combined with an additional $150 discount for every $1,799 spent. Learn more at cycrown.com 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 PodcastsSpotifyOvercastPocket CastsCastroRSS 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: Europe meets Texas? The MOD Berlin electric bike seeks to find the best of bothMooncool’s new fat tire electric trike hopes to shake things upThis cute little electric bike-car just may be back from the deadThe latest belt-drive single-speed electric bike storming the bike lane: Tenways CGO600 ProOlympic sprinters are using this electric go-kart to run even fasterParis has the perfect solution for Olympic traffic, even if many people will hate itElectrek American Solar Challenge arriving at Scotts Bluff National Monument on Friday 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/gB-WUkDym-w
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    51 mins
  • Crowdfunding lawsuit, DJI e-bike, new Onewheel, more
    Jul 11 2024

    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 surprising case of a man suing an e-bike crowdfunding e-bike brand - and winning, e-bike speed limits in Michigan, DJI Amflow e-bike, Tank G100 review, Onewheel's new board, and more.

    Today’s episode is sponsored by CYCROWN, an electric cycling specialist focused on growing a community of e-bike enthusiasts around the globe. For a limited time, take advantage of CYCROWN Online Store Prime Day and enjoy an additional 5% Off all items. This offer can also be combined with an additional $150 discount for every $1,799 spent. Learn more at cycrown.com

    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:

    • Crowdfunding gone wrong: Customer sues Delfast for e-bike non-delivery and wins
    • The car-free US town that just passed speed limits on electric bikes
    • Drone company DJI unveils new electric bike brand Amflow
    • Tank G100 review: This epic thing is the most motorcycle e-bike I’ve tested yet
    • Industry rebel Onewheel launches a premium off-road electric board
    • BP’s Castrol invests $50M in Gogoro, leading EV battery-swapping provider

    Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 12:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 1:00 p.m. ET):

    https://www.youtube.com/live/g0aQFu3_15U
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    49 mins
  • Huffy drift trike, CA fast e-bike laws, more
    Jun 28 2024

    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 Huffy bringing back its fun Green Machine drift trike in a powerful new form, Tern launching its new Quick Haul Long, taking a look at Rattan's Pinus, Key Biscayne banning electric bikes, Mahle's new lightweight e-bike system, 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:

    • Huffy upgrades Green Machine for electric age as $600 adult drift trike
    • Tern’s new Quick Haul Long electric cargo bike shows it’s not the size that matters
    • Rattan’s newest electric bike has a name you can’t say in polite company
    • Footloose, for e-bikes? The US town that banned all electric bicycles
    • Proposed California bill seeks to rein in fast electric bicycle speeds
    • MAHLE X30 system launched as new drive for fancy hub motor e-bikes

    Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 10:30 a.m. ET (or the video after 11:30 a.m. ET):

    https://www.youtube.com/live/_sABwbND-Ro
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    40 mins
  • Micromobility Europe 2024, 80 MPH army e-bike, more
    Jun 14 2024

    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 all the cool stuff we saw at Micromobility Europe 2024, new low-cost Lectric XP Lite 2.0, an 80 MPH military e-bike, how Paris cleaned its air by kicking out cars, 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 Lite 2.0 unveiled as new $799 best-bang-for-your-buck folding electric bike
    • Why more American teenagers are rejecting driver’s licenses in favor of e-bikes
    • New 80 MPH military electric bicycle unveiled as e-bike maker opens defense division
    • Hydrogen bicycles, new e-scooters, & more! The coolest stuff I saw at Micromobility Europe 2024
    • The ‘One simple trick’ Paris used to reduce air pollution 40% ahead of the Olympics
    • China’s electric farm trucks are very different than ours. I went there to see how

    Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 12:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 1:00 p.m. ET):

    https://www.youtube.com/live/t-GRDO6U8Jk
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    45 mins
  • Lectric CEO Levi Conlow, Lishui visit & more
    May 29 2024
    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 discussion with Lectric Ebikes' CEO and co-founder Levi Conlow, a new ultra-affordable kit from Swytch Bike, McLaren's new 'high power' electric mountain bikes, MOD Bikes unveils the updated Black adventure model, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by Momentum, a new brand of lifestyle e-bikes from Giant Group designed to deliver a full range of innovative electric, hybrid and city bikes with premium features, long assist ranges and sensor technologies that offer natural riding experiences that are both energy saving and fun. 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 PodcastsSpotifyOvercastPocket CastsCastroRSS 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 XPress e-bike launched as $999 torque sensor commuter electric bikeThe ‘most affordable’ DIY e-bike kit company just launched a new $349 versionThere’s a big problem with McLaren’s ‘World’s most powerful trail-legal’ electric mountain bikeTexas-based MOD Bikes launches 28 MPH full suspension adventure e-bikeNYC congestion pricing is coming. Here’s how to get out of itVisiting the little-known Chinese controller maker behind the biggest e-bikes: Lishui factory tour Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 11:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 12:00 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/mv_SkkSqsSE
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    53 mins
  • Ride1Up Tour, e-bike tariffs, Eli Zero, Pedego Moto & more
    May 17 2024
    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-bike battery regulations in China, 100% tariffs on EVs (and potentially e-bikes), a tour of Ride1Up's e-bike factory, Pedego Moto review, Eli Zero electric microcar coming to the US, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by Momentum, a new brand of lifestyle e-bikes from Giant Group designed to deliver a full range of innovative electric, hybrid and city bikes with premium features, long assist ranges and sensor technologies that offer natural riding experiences that are both energy saving and fun. 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 PodcastsSpotifyOvercastPocket CastsCastroRSS 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: China’s sweeping new e-bike battery rules could have a major impact in USCargo e-bikes have gotten so big, this one has six wheels and can jackknifeWill Biden’s new 100% tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles affect e-bikes?I visited Ride1Up’s e-bike factory to find the secret behind good quality, low-cost e-bikesPedego Moto puts the ‘fun’ in functional transportationFailed SONDORS Metacycle motorcycle was never street legal, reveals employeeEV-maker Eli launches its $11,900 electric micro ‘car’ in the US 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/IRKXJ5Avc04
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    57 mins
  • New Pedego e-bikes, potted batteries, Yadea visit, more
    May 3 2024

    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 electric bike models launched by Pedego, a discussion of the rising trend of potted e-bike batteries, Bosch-powered e-bikes enter Taiwan, I also entered Taiwan to test Gogoro's new Pulse electric scooter, and I also went to China to visit Yadea's factory for a tour and test riding. Oh, and a lot 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 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:

    • Pedego launches three new ‘groundbreaking’ e-bikes including Moto, Cargo, and Trike
    • There’s a new trend making electric bike batteries safer
    • First Bosch-powered electric bikes enter Taiwan thanks to Tern
    • Gogoro’s new lower-cost electric scooter breaks sales records, begins shipping
    • Gogoro Pulse first ride: Testing the most high-tech performance electric scooter
    • Yadea factory tour: The surprises I found at the world’s largest electric vehicle maker

    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://youtube.com/live/03UbY0Yajhk
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    49 mins
  • 2 kW Juiced JetCurrent e-bike, Lectric XPress, & more
    Apr 19 2024

    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 electric bike launches such as the Juiced JetCurrent Pro and Lectric XPress, Vinfast bringing its electric bike to the US market, the new Yadea Artist full-suspension lightweight electric scooter, waterproof e-bike batteries, 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:

    • Juiced unveils new folding e-bike that may be the fastest and most powerful ever
    • Lectric XPress e-bike launched as $999 torque sensor commuter electric bike
    • VinFast launches fast new e-bike in the US to combine American and Vietnamese culture
    • Yadea Artist launched as impressive $499 full-suspension electric scooter
    • I yeeted an electric bicycle battery into a tub of water to see what happens
    • SixThreeZero Electric Rickshaw review: This fun e-bike can carry an entire family!

    Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 10:00 a.m. ET (or the video after 11:00 a.m. ET):

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DcWKBJWDLcQ
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    44 mins