WHEEL-E PODCAST: LOWER COST BOSCH E-BIKES, AIRSTREAM TERN, MORE

EV Channels Review

The Wheel-E podcast covers a range of e-bike news, starting with the concerning impact of new US steel tariffs on German e-bike maker Reiser & Müller, potentially leading to import pauses. The discussion then shifts to the problematic rise of high-speed, often DIY, e-bikes, exemplified by a UK police confiscation, highlighting safety concerns and the need for responsible riding. A new, more premium trike from Puckipuppy is introduced, featuring full suspension and a high weight capacity, though at a higher price point. Raleigh's new low-cost Bosch-powered Captus e-bike is praised for bringing Bosch technology to a more accessible price range, though its availability is currently limited to the UK. The podcast also touches on the Airstream collaboration with Tern bikes, appealing to the RV community with stylish, functional folding e-bikes. Finally, the Priority Skyline review lauds its innovative 12-speed automatic electric shifting Pinion gearbox, offering a low-maintenance, high-performance experience at a competitive price, despite its considerable weight and wide handlebars.