Wheel-E

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Wheel-E episodes

September 06, 202368 MPH e-unicycle, college e-bike bans, 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 college e-bike bans, new electric bikes from Specialized and Gazelle, sit-down with Super73, flying with an e-bike, and electric motorcycle that runs on tool 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:
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Overcast
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Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the Wheel-E podcast today:
Why more college campuses are starting to ban electric bikes
Super73: Meet the e-bike company that squares love to hate
Specialized launches 28 MPH Globe Haul LT electric cargo bike with throttle
Gazelle Eclipse launched as new comfort-trekking electric bike with GPS theft-tracker
How I flew halfway around the world with an electric bike (legally)
‘Unparalleled performance’ shown off in InMotion’s new 68 MPH electric unicycle
An electric motorcycle that runs on power tool batteries? Meet EGO’s new mini bike
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 1 p.m. ET (or the video after 2 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IdVl5UYLzUI
47 min
August 26, 2023Right to repair e-bikes, 90% theft rate, bike-vans & 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 moped-style e-bikes from Electra, e-bikes and the right to repair debate, e-bike vans coming to NYC, sustainable replacement for e-bike boxes, ordering e-bikes from Indiegogo 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:
Why e-bike companies are fighting to stop riders from repairing their electric bikes
Electra launches its first throttle-controlled electric moped-style bike, fits two riders
Wide load! Extra-thick four-wheeled electric cargo bikes to replace trucks in New York
Bye bye, cardboard boxes. Riese & Müller’s surprising new way to deliver e-bikes
A ’90% chance of theft’ causes insurer to cancel plans for one type of e-bike
A streamlined two-seater electric trike that looks so cool, anyone could be seen riding it
I just bought a super-cheap electric bike from China. I wouldn't recommend it
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 7 a.m. ET (or the video after 8 a.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXv9DcZmjsk
57 min
July 29, 2023E-bike licenses, Walmart e-bike mistake & 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 Burning Man e-bike ban, Walmart's e-bike with backwards handlebars, NYC stopping e-bikes at the border, anti-VanMoof e-bikes, driver's licenses for e-bikes in California, 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:
Why Burning Man may start banning electric bikes
Walmart has a super cheap 20 MPH electric moped but the handlebars are backwards
Why New York City wants electric bikes stopped at the border
After shocking bankruptcy, anti-VanMoof e-bikes like these may be the answer
California wants to create a driver’s license for electric bikes
Check out this awesome little electric sailboat you can tow with a bicycle
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 7 a.m. ET (or the video after 8 a.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wre0v9JU1iw
45 min
July 14, 2023Digital drive e-bikes, Van-Poof, Rad leaves EU & 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 e-bikes that replaces bike chains with software, Rad Power Bikes leaving Europe, VanMoof leaving potentially everywhere, Cowboy's new e-bike, BMW's new low-ish cost electric motorbike, a supercarving electric skateboard and more.
Sponsored by Pedego: For July only, save up to $500 on Pedego ebikes, including their newest model, The Avenue. Find a store.
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:
These ‘digital drive’ bikes replace a bicycle chain with software
Rad Power Bikes gives up on European e-bike market, focuses on US instead
Dutch e-bike company VanMoof makes last-ditch effort to avoid bankruptcy
E-bike maker Cowboy goes Dutch with new comfort electric bike model
Closer look at the new Tern HSD cargo electric bike (and what makes it so strong)
BMW officially launches its low-cost (by BMW standards) light electric motorcycle
Super-carving electric skateboard claims to be the closest thing to snowboarding yet
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 11 a.m. ET (or the video after 12 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c12mlWb8x_k
51 min
July 01, 2023Guest Luke Workman, Eurobike 2023, FUELL Flluid-2, 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 special guest Luke Workman, battery guru and Zero's former battery expert on ebike battery evolution and fire issues, FUELL's new Flluid-2 and Flluid-3 e-bike testing, ChatGPT in an e-bike, Eurobike 2023's coolest offerings, the new CSC ES5 electric scooter, NACS charging coming to motorcycles & more.
Sponsored by Pedego: For July only, save up to $500 (!!) on Pedego ebikes, including their newest model, The Avenue. Find a nearby store here.
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:
Luke Workman, former Zero battery lead and all around Guru talks about the latest and greatest in the battery industry as well as why fires happen and as consumers how can we put our minds at ease.
First ride: FUELL Flluid-2 and Flluid-3 electric bikes change the game
Here are the coolest e-bikes and other things we saw at Eurobike 2023
First electric bike with ChatGPT unveiled, and it’s as weird as it sounds
CSC ES5 launched as speedy seated electric scooter, taking shot at the major competition
First electric motorcycle maker signs on to Tesla’s NACS charging network
Low-cost one-seater mini electric jet boat puts big thrills in a tiny package
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 12 p.m. ET (or the video after 1 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=52C2Y6t_AmA
1 hr 1 min
June 16, 2023Wheel-E Podcast: Biking in Amsterdam, Specialized kids e-bike, standing ATV, 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 deep dive into the biking culture in Amsterdam, a Specialized mountain bike...for kids, and a weird standing atv...or a 4 wheel electric kick scooter, 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:
Specialized just released a 36 pound electric mountain bike, but it’s not for you
I went to the Netherlands with Gazelle to see a biking paradise, but found something more surprising
EUY K6 Pro review: Why is this folding fat tire e-bike so weird looking?
Luna 6.5kW Talaria XXX goes on sale for game-changing $2,995
Silence S04 electric micro-cars with swappable batteries start production
Microlino celebrates its 1,000th adorable electric microcar rolling off the line
This guy bought a wild standing electric ATV from China – here’s what showed up
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 10 a.m. ET (or the video after 11 a.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FEt4C927Cw
56 min
June 02, 2023Porsche e-bikes, Upway US, Talaria XXX, mini-trucks & 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 Porsche e-bikes, Upway's US launch, new e-bike tease from WAU, the US's first domestic-made electric mini-truck & 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:
Porsche releases two new electric bikes and you better sit down for the price
Upway e-bikes open in US, offers deep discounts on refurb, overstock premium bikes
WAU Project Cyber teased as ‘revolutionary’ high-performance electric bike
E-bike company apologizes, recalls electric bike model after lawsuit
Mechanical vs hydraulic disc brakes on electric bikes: The pros and cons of each
NIU BQi-C3 Pro review: A funny-shaped yet awesome electric bike
America’s first US-built electric mini-truck begins street-legal homologation
HeyBike Tyson review
Luna Talaria XXX sneak peak, more details Saturday
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 11 a.m. ET (or the video after 12 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SB8gtn9CBc
59 min
May 19, 2023New Yamaha, VanMoof e-bikes, bike camper & 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 major upgrade from Lectric eBikes, new e-bike models from VanMoof and Yamaha, plus some interesting larger vehicles such as an RV built on a pedal tricycle, a scaled up RC car for adults, and a Chinese micro-car that woke up in the US.
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 eBikes announces major electric bike update that will stop you in your tracks
Yamaha launches special edition electric bike to celebrate 30 years of building e-bikes
VanMoof launches two new ‘ingeniously simple’ yet high-tech electric bikes
These two guys built the world’s smallest (and cutest) camper on a bicycle
Check out this street-legal scaled-up 60 mph Tamiya R/C car that fits two adults
No, you shouldn’t get too excited about GM’s $14,000 electric mini-truck. Here’s why
Someone in China just sent me an electric micro-car. Here’s what showed up
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 10 a.m. ET (or the video after ~11 a.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGcU5b9Xeco
51 min
May 05, 2023New Razor and Heybike e-bikes, dishonest e-bike range, Polaris shipping electric UTV & 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 electric bike launches from Razor and Heybike, whether or not e-bike companies are honest with their range ratings, Polaris and CSC shipping highly anticipated electric UTVs and motorcycles, and an interesting new electric kayak or SUP conversion kit.
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:
More than just scooters, Razor launches electric moped style e-bike for adults
Heybike unveils new folding fat tire electric bike that targets bang for your buck
Here’s why you can’t trust electric bike companies when it comes to battery range
Yes, I ride my electric bike with the power off. Here’s why
CSC RX1E, America’s next low-cost highway-ready electric motorcycle, begins shipping
Polaris begins shipping its groundbreaking 110 hp RANGER XP Kinetic electric UTVs
Easiest electric kayak conversion ever? BOTE and Bixby add a motor to kayaks and SUPs
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 12 p.m. ET (or the video after 1 p.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zym4JCq_uZw
52 min
April 21, 2023New electric mopeds, Velotric Thunder, LiveWire & 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 several new electric bikes ranging from electric mopeds to city e-bikes and even off-road utility e-bikes, a price drop for Harley-Davidson's upcoming LiveWire S2 Del Mar electric motorcycle, range testing for an electric boat outboard motor and lots 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:
Electric Bike Company unveils low-cost US-built 28 mph moto-style e-bike
Velotric Thunder 1 launched as fast, lightweight urban e-bikes with torque sensors and Apple Find My tracking
This off-roading electric bike can go 200 miles and uses an electric car charger
This fancy Scandinavian electric bike just launched in the US for $109… per month
Want to buy an e-bike with a safer UL battery? Your options are slim, but growing
Harley-Davidson’s LiveWire S2 Del Mar electric motorcycle price drops, EU price announced
Water testing reveals performance of Mercury’s first electric boat outboard motors
Here’s the live stream for today’s episode starting at 10 a.m. ET (or the video after 11 a.m. ET):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Le_hl5bvD3Y
1 hr 1 min