Episodes

  • Lectric XP Trike2, Amish e-bikes, little Honda, more
    Jul 18 2025
    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-shiftingMajor electric bike maker recalls thousands of e-bikes after fork defect foundThis new wireless e-bike charger wants to be the future of electric bikesMore Amish than ever are switching to electric bicyclesHonda's new super low-cost electric motorcycle design revealed in new patentLiveWire 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
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    53 mins
  • 65 MPH ONYX moped, lightweight Dahon e-bikes, more
    Jul 4 2025
    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 higherNewly 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 thoughtsHow California cops are now using simple drones to catch illegal e-bike ridersAventon pushes update to boost its electric bikes’ powerDahon launches first super-lightweight e-bike that is actually affordableHonda’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
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • New VanMoofs, Urban Arrow cargo e-bike, more
    Jun 20 2025

    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

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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:

    • 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
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • SONDORS returns, Trek adds throttles, more
    Jun 6 2025

    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
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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Velotric Nomax 2X, Meepo Flow test, more
    May 23 2025

    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
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    51 mins
  • Lectric XP4, new RadRunners, Tariff troubles, more
    May 9 2025

    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
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Tenways cargo e-bike, Lime mopeds, EUCs, more
    Apr 25 2025
    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 USLime officially launches new e-bike and electric moped into broader sharing fleetsCan 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 bikeI went inside China to the world’s largest EV maker’s summit. Here’s what I sawProposed California law seeks to create new Sur Ron style e-bike category for legal statusInMotion 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
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • China tariffs killing e-bikes, USB-C e-bike charging, more
    Apr 11 2025

    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
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    1 hr