Looking for a new e-bike for the summer? Then models like the Sushi Maki+, the Cowboy Bike 4, or the Brompton Electric could be just right for you! nextpit compares the results from the latest e-bike tests and tells you what you should look for when buying a lifestyle e-bike.
Cowboy charges a hefty price for the tested version of its e-fixie, which included a belt drive, integrated lights, an elaborate app integration including cooperation with Google Maps, and a range of up to 80 km. A removable battery also sets them apart from VanMoof, which couldn’t escape from its financial problems in 2023. So can Cowboy close this gap? Let’s find out!
VanMoof has not only stopped the sale of bicycles and spare parts but has also officially confirmed its insolvency. At the end of the article, you will find the original statement from VanMoof. And besides, you should definitely secure the digital bike key of your VanMoof bike now. You can read how to do this in the article linked below.
How to backup you VanMoof bike digital key
VanMoof is facing insolvency and has filed for creditor protection. This has left users understandably concerned: What happens to my e-bike if VanMoof shuts down their servers? In this guide, we will explain how to safeguard the encryption key of your VanMoof bike. This way, you can continue using your e-bike, even if VanMoof eventually ceases operations.
The same qualities with a more comfortable riding position—Cowboy currently uses this tactic to attract new buyers in the competitive e-bike market. The new cruiser model costs approximately $3,395 and is available in two different colors. However, does this new e-bike impress? nextpit paid a visit to Cowboy at the Tech Open Air in Berlin and reveal whether the test ride is worth it!
The Electric Scooter 4 series from Xiaomi has grown this week. In addition to the already introduced Electric Scooter 4 Pro and the Ultra model, there is now also a standard and a Lite variant, which have become significantly cheaper. NextPit shows the advantages and disadvantages of the four different scooters as well as the technical specifications in comparison.
Affordable and reduced to the bare basics—that’s how VanMoof advertised the new S4, launched in May 2023. With this new model, the manufacturer filled a gap between the previous S3 and the $3,998 VanMoof S5. But just how much compromise was necessary to produce this e-bike? Fortunately, we had the opportunity to try out the new VanMoof in an Evergreen shade. Other available colors include Purple Fog, Sunbeam Yellow, and Foam Green.
It is well known that things are not particularly rosy at VanMoof right now. Nevertheless, such turbulent moments have not stopped the e-bike manufacturer from launching two new bikes. The S4 and X4 models were advertised as affordable alternatives to the S5 and A5. The compromises made were acceptable when looking at the specifications. However, VanMoof still priced its bikes in the higher-end market.
What do you think? Must a folding bike also be an e-bike? If you answered in the affirmative, then here is a comparison of various foldable e-bikes just for you. Over the past few weeks, we reviewed several models and feel qualified enough to be a subject expert for all commuters, train enthusiasts, and campers on what you should look out for when buying an e-bike. Our list will include a premium model, a value-for-money proposition, and other alternatives that will suit you!
The Apple Watch comes with a handful of workouts, including cycling. Like on most trackers and smartwatches, this mode is limited to usage of standard bicycles and does not cover e-bikes. A new patent reveals that the iPhone-maker is inventing ways to add support for riding electric bikes in the future.