NEW WHEEL-E PODCAST! BIGGEST ELECTRIC BIKE AND MOBILITY EV STORIES OF 2021 AND 2022

EV Channels Review

This episode of the Wheel-E podcast provides a comprehensive look at the electric bike and alternative mobility landscape of 2021, with a forward-looking perspective on 2022. The hosts delve into significant industry challenges, primarily the widespread supply chain and shipping issues that impacted e-bike availability, despite soaring demand. They highlight creative solutions by companies like Rad Power Bikes and Super73. The discussion also covers emerging vehicle categories, such as higher-powered electric motorcycles like the Saunder's Metacycle and the Vulcan Grunt off-road motorcycle, noting the blend between e-bikes and motorcycles. A significant portion is dedicated to affordable, often Alibaba-sourced electric vehicles, including a mini pickup truck and a Jeep-like vehicle, detailing their pros, cons, and the potential for low-speed vehicle (LSV) conversion. The episode concludes by exploring the trend towards high-speed e-bikes, regulatory challenges, and the future of battery technology and vehicle design in 2022, emphasizing larger batteries and versatile power solutions.