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Wheel-E episodes

August 15, 2025Bafang automatic shifting motor, 50 MPH scooter, more
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
1 hr 4 min
August 01, 2025'70 MPH e-bikes', Vietnam bans gasoline bikes, more
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 laws
California Governor signs two new electric bike safety bills into law
Thousands of super cheap Amazon & Walmart e-bikes recalled after fires
If you think electric bikes are bad, there’s a much bigger menace hitting our roads
Inmotion launches 50 MPH commuter electric scooter. Would you ride it?
Vietnam setting bans on gasoline motorcycles next year, followed by cars
You 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
56 min
July 18, 2025Lectric XP Trike2, Amish e-bikes, little Honda, more
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-shifting
Major electric bike maker recalls thousands of e-bikes after fork defect found
This new wireless e-bike charger wants to be the future of electric bikes
More Amish than ever are switching to electric bicycles
Honda's new super low-cost electric motorcycle design revealed in new patent
LiveWire 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
54 min
July 04, 202565 MPH ONYX moped, lightweight Dahon e-bikes, more
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 higher
Newly 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 thoughts
How California cops are now using simple drones to catch illegal e-bike riders
Aventon pushes update to boost its electric bikes’ power
Dahon launches first super-lightweight e-bike that is actually affordable
Honda’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
1 hr 5 min
June 20, 2025New VanMoofs, Urban Arrow cargo e-bike, more
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:
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:
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
1 hr 14 min
June 06, 2025SONDORS returns, Trek adds throttles, more
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:
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:
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
1 hr 24 min
May 23, 2025Velotric Nomax 2X, Meepo Flow test, more
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
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:
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
51 min
May 09, 2025Lectric XP4, new RadRunners, Tariff troubles, more
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
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:
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
1 hr 3 min
April 25, 2025Tenways cargo e-bike, Lime mopeds, EUCs, more
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 cargo e-bike launch from Tenways, Lime bringing its new e-bike and e-moped to its larger fleets, testing a 100 mile e-bike, California's e-bike vouchers are set to open again in another lottery round, a new electric unicycle from InMotion, and more.
Today’s episode is brought to you by retrospec—makers of sleek, powerful e-bikes and outdoor gear built for everyday adventure. Electrek listeners can get 10% off their next ride until May 8th with the exclusive code ELECTREK10 only at retrospec.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:
Tenways launches its ‘carry the whole family’ cargo e-bike in the US
Lime officially launches new e-bike and electric moped into broader sharing fleets
Can an electric bike really do 100 miles on a single charge?
California set to give out more e-bike vouchers for up to $2,000 off an electric bike
I went inside China to the world’s largest EV maker’s summit. Here’s what I saw
Proposed California law seeks to create new Sur Ron style e-bike category for legal status
InMotion launches new 28 MPH electric unicycle with air suspension
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/EaaUbspBtvw?feature=share
1 hr 3 min
April 11, 2025China tariffs killing e-bikes, USB-C e-bike charging, more
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 an analysis of how the Trump tariffs will affect e-bike pricing in the US, USB-C chargeable e-bikes launched by Ampler, Specialized e-bike recall, Juiced Bikes revived as a brand, kayak camping with the JackRabbit XG Pro, Walkcar's new device that does the walking for you, 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:
Trump’s massive tariffs – and sudden backtrack – bring chaos to e-bike prices
Ride1Up launches new Vorsa electric bike as incredible bang-for-your-buck urban ride
First ever USB-C chargeable electric bikes launched, hopefully becoming new trend
Specialized recalls several models of electric bikes for eating riders’ clothing
Juiced Bikes brand to be revived after surprise purchase by pair of e-bike icons
I tried taking a tiny e-bike kayak-camping on a deserted island. Here’s what happened
Going full Wall-E: This new Japanese device does all the walking for you
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/9E1XM9qDua4
1 hr 1 min