We know that China has towering held the record for having the most bicycles in the country, but duration and progress has caused the population there to prosper, resulting in more and more folks purchasing motorcycles and cars. Well, Honda aims to stem the growing threat of a decaying environment, hence rolling out the EV-neo in China – similar in size to a 50cc scooter, it will target commercial users in Japan initially with China being its main target market. A full charge offers up to 30km of traveling, which should be suitable for one’s daily commute. Hopefully it will be affordable suitable for the masses by the instance it arrives there.

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Yuji Fujimura’s Electric Bike Concept Ver2 does look like something which will increase the volume of bicycles in a parking lot simply considering of the ultra thin design complete with folding pedals as well as handlebars. Of course, that will require special racks that will see the space due to fit one conventional bike hold three of such special concept bikes. Similar to many of the new electric bikes, Fujimura’s design will see a combination of pedal ability and electric potential. Apart from that, there is plus a space for you to charge up your gizmos with that, just to keep up with the times. Nice concept, but will it see the light of day?

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Looks like Sanyo made good on their promise to deliver a solar parking area which will capability a century of Sanyo Eneloop Bikes as part of their “Community bicycles” offered by the Setagaya Ward to folks who prefer to bike around after forking out an initial amount. that different parking station will not require any ability from the city’s grid, since it relies fully on the sun to juice up the 100 bicycles connected. All coverted solar energy will be redistributed to elements such as LED lighting and other equipment essential to run that operation, while feeding the Backup Batteries as well. We hope to see that implemented in other bicycle-friendly cities as well.

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While bicycles have certainly come some way to being more and more portable, making it a snap to tote around while you take advantage of the city’s public transport system, there is always a better way to do things. Case in point, the Helium Bike Case which can be opened 360° to pack your bike’s frame, a couple of sets of wheels as well as various accessories including a helmet, shoes and pump without lost a beat. Compatible with road bikes up to 64cm size or a full-suspension freeride mountain bike, the secret behind the Helium Bike Case would be its network of inflatable partitions which are strategically positioned on either side of the frame to offer better stability and protection without weighing you down compared to other systems. Heck, it even comes with wheels to help you bring that around wherever you go. No view on pricing as at press day.

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Dynamo lights certainly aren’t something new to bicycles, but they rely on the physical contact with a spinning wheel to keep it powered, which is well and good, but surely there’s a more interesting way to get the job done? Well, the Magtenlight might just be able to do that. It uses 28 magnets attached to the bike’s spokes, so as they pass by the Magtenlight in the center, ability is generated and the lights will be lit, all done without any physical contact or friction. There are 2 lights included in the setup, and whether you’re traveling at around 9mph, they’re rated at 15 lux each. There’s plus a small battery in the Magtenlight, which can store additional potential for up to 4 minutes, coming in handy when you’re stationary at the traffic lights. that would certainly be a cool replacement to your current dynamo, wouldn’t it?

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The Eneloop sort from Sanyo is not limited to just one of the best rechargeable batteries in the market, it additionally encompasses bicycles with a couple of models hitting the deck that date round – the CY-SPL226 and CY-SPL224 which boast a next-generation riding mode-Eco Charge Mode. that new Eco Charge Mode features regenerative charging control that enables the rider to actively charge the battery while going up and about on flat roads, paving the way for a new style of energy-creating models. Regenerative charging is rendered effortless when riding, and you will remain comfortable at your own pace. Theoretically, cycling 1km in Eco Charge Mode by flat ground is able to generate sufficient electricity to travel about 300m in potential Mode. Expect to fork out around $1,800 for the new Sanyo Electric Hybrid Bicycle as it hits the Japanese market that April 21st.

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The city of Copenhagen in Denmark will go green that year where Christmas celebrations are concerned, and we’re not talking about the color of its trees. In fact, their traditional Christmas tree set up at their City Hall Square will boast energy-efficient LED lights that are powered by humans, where 15 bicycles are available for anyone and everyone to pedal in order to capability all 700 LED bulbs dotted along the entire tree. Good way to keep warm in the freezing weather as well, eh?

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