Happy New Year and welcome to our 2025 Electric Bike Report Year in Review! 🚴‍♂️⚡This episode celebrates a massive year for Electric Bike Report — including 100,000 subscribers, over 80 e-bike reviews, and 10,000+ miles ridden — and looks ahead to what 2026 could bring for the e-bike industry.We break down the most memorable moments of 2025, from major bike launches and breakthrough tech to brand shakeups, closures, and industry milestones. You’ll hear our honest take on standout e-bikes, emerging trends, and which innovations actually mattered in real-world riding.🔍 What We Cover in This Episode- Electric Bike Report milestones (100K subscribers, reviews, miles ridden)- The biggest and most important e-bike launches of 2025- Lightweight bikes, mid-drive breakthroughs, trikes, cargo bikes, and eMTBs- The best new e-bike technology of 2025 (motors, security, software, charging)- Personal favorite bikes from John and Griffin- Brands that struggled or shut down — and what it means for riders- 2026 e-bike predictions: tech, pricing, regulations, tariffs, and infrastructure- Where the e-bike industry is headed next — and what to watch out for🚲 Bikes & Brands DiscussedAventon, Lectric, Ride1Up, Velotric, Specialized, Trek, Tern, Rad Power Bikes, Mokwheel, Priority, Euphree, Amflow, and many more — including standout models like the XP4, Aventure M, GSD S10, TrailRush, PL Carbon Pro, Turbo Levo 4, and Vorsa.🔮 Looking Ahead to 2026We share realistic predictions on:- Cheaper and more refined mid-drive motors- Expanded security and safety tech- Trade-in programs and industry consolidation- Tariffs, regulations, and infrastructure funding- Smarter chargers, OTA updates, and customization- The rise (and risks) of AI in the e-bike spaceIf you ride e-bikes — or are thinking about buying one in 2026 — this episode gives you the big-picture context you won’t find in spec sheets or marketing claims.👇 Drop a comment and tell us:What was your favorite e-bike of 2025 — and what are you hoping to see in 2026?📩 Email questions to: [email protected]📸 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/electricbikereport/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeReport🐦 X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/E_BikeReportThanks for watching, riding with us, and supporting Electric Bike Report — 2026 is going to be wild. 🚴‍♂️⚡#ebikes #electricbike #ebikenews #ebikereviews 00:00 - Intro00:28 - Memorable Moments03:48 - E-Bike Launches Highlights21:10 - In Memorium24:50 - Personal Favourites31:00 - Best Tech38:28 - Predictions for 2026!48:41 - Conclusion

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