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This week’s e-bike news includes ups and downs, with an iconic e-bike brand closing its doors, a battery tech startup looking to improve battery safety, and a new release from a premium cargo e-bike maker.
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The most prominent headline concerns Electric Bike Company, a California-based maker of highly
customizable beach cruisers. The brand has filed bankruptcy and appears to be transitioning to a resource for e-bike safety.
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Battery IQ is developing software that can monitor battery health and notify users of potential safety threats before they happen. The company has reached a funding goal that will help realize its vision.
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Premium cargo e-bike manufacturer Urban Arrow,
which has previously made exclusively front-loading models, released a more affordable longtail model in Europe.Â
