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New York lawmakers send lithium-ion safety package to governor
Bicycle Retailer
May 29, 2024
The New York State Senate passed a legislative package aimed at strengthening lithium-ion battery safety standards, including one that will recognize the European testing standard EN 15194 along with UL 2849.
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Key tariff exclusions, including on e-bikes, will expire June 14
Bicycle Retailer
May 24, 2024
Imports of e-bikes, children's bikes, some carbon fiber frames and water packs will be subject to the extra 25% duty on top of long-standing tariffs.
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PeopleForBikes Releases Industry-First Dashboard Covering the Used Bicycle Market
Bicycle Retailer
May 22, 2024
PeopleForBikes, the U.S. bicycle industry’s trade association, is proud to announce the launch of an innovative new dashboard on the used bicycle market. The tool provides valuable data from a significant market segment and allows industry members to better track sales trends and understand consumer behavior.
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Federal Register Notice doesn't provide clarity on tariffs' impact on industry
Bicycle Retailer
May 22, 2024
The U.S. Trade Representative published a Federal Register Notice on Wednesday concerning the Section 301 tariffs on China but it's still unclear whether existing bike products will continue to receive exclusions as the May 31 deadline for ending all exclusions approaches.
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House approves lithium-ion battery standards bill
Bicycle Retailer
May 16, 2024
The House of Representatives approved the bipartisan Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act on Wednesday that would establish a federal safety standard for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in mobility devices like e-bikes and e-scooters.
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PeopleForBikes Coalition Board of Directors Meet in Bentonville to Discuss Industry Priorities and Welcome New Members
Bicycle Retailer
May 15, 2024
The PeopleForBikes Coalition Board of Directors, made up of the bicycle industry's top leaders, met in Bentonville, Arkansas, for their semi-annual gathering on May 14.
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Biden administration's China tariffs could hit e-bike batteries
Bicycle Retailer
May 15, 2024
President Joe Biden on Tuesday said his administration would impose new increased tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, batteries, and battery materials, in addition to solar panels, steel and aluminum products and other items.
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REI Co-op Study Illuminates Gap in Active Transportation Participation
Bicycle Retailer
May 14, 2024
A new consumer study by specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op, uncovered several opportunities to improve access to active transportation, empowering city planners and transportation departments to increase mobility options for their constituents.
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Better Bike Share Partnership Announces Second Cohort of Living Lab Partners Focused on Equity
Bicycle Retailer
May 10, 2024
The Better Bike Share Partnership will provide four organizations with funding, support, and additional resources to develop best practices for creating access to shared micromobility and increase use of shared micromobility in historically marginalized communities.
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New Utah Bill Defining Multiple-Mode and Out-of-Class Electric Bicycles Goes Into Effect May 1
Bicycle Retailer
April 30, 2024
Starting May 1, 2024, Utah State Bill HB 85 will go into effect after being signed into law on March 21, making Utah the first state to proactively address issues posed by certain electric vehicles.
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Industry Leaders Gathered in Tucson for a Sold-Out 2024 Bicycle Leadership Conference
Bicycle Retailer
April 8, 2024
Situated in the picturesque Sonoran desert, 275 executives representing more than 180 brands from across the bike industry came together from March 26-29 in Tucson, Arizona, for the 2024 Bicycle Leadership Conference (BLC) hosted by PeopleForBikes.
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PeopleForBikes developing industry comment on CPSC e-bike rulemaking
Bicycle Retailer
March 19, 2024
Industry group PeopleForBikes will work on a "comprehensive comment" in support of the Consumer Product Safety Commission's decision to address e-bike injury risks with new federal rules.
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Join the Discussions Moving Our Industry Forward at the 2024 Bicycle Leadership Conference
Bicycle Retailer
March 11, 2024
PeopleForBikes’ 2024 Bicycle Leadership Conference (BLC) is just around the corner. Tailored toward C-suite, senior leaders, and key decision-makers at bicycle industry organizations, this year’s conference agenda features the BLC’s deepest and most diverse bench of speakers yet, with 50 leading experts from within and beyond the bike industry.
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PeopleForBikes Expands Access to Bicycle Industry Research With New Resource Marketplace
Bicycle Retailer
February 16, 2024
As the bike industry continues to evolve, PeopleForBikes is proud to announce a new initiative extending access to its market research and reports beyond its membership base.
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PeopleForBikes Releases First Look at 2024 Bicycle Leadership Conference Agenda
Bicycle Retailer
February 8, 2024
Leaders from across the bike industry are invited to join PeopleForBikes at the 2024 Bicycle Leadership Conference (BLC). Featuring the perfect blend of inspiration, education, and action, the four-day event is your opportunity to join the important conversations moving our industry forward.
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Influential Voices from In and Outside the Bike Industry to Speak at the 2024 Bicycle Leadership Conference
Bicycle Retailer
January 25, 2024
PeopleForBikes is proud to invite leaders and decision makers from across the bike industry to join them in Tucson, Arizona, from March 26-29 for the 2024 Bicycle Leadership Conference (BLC).
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PeopleForBikes Coalition Board of Directors Meets
Bicycle Retailer
December 13, 2023
The PeopleForBikes Coalition Board of Directors, composed of 21 of the bicycle industry’s top leaders, met virtually for their semi-annual gathering on December 12.
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2023 Outside Best Places to Work Recognizes Bicycle Industry Trade Association PeopleForBikes
Bicycle Retailer
December 4, 2023
Outside, a leading outdoor media network, recently announced its 2023 Best Places to Work list. For the first time, the U.S. bicycle industry trade association and advocacy group PeopleForBikes was included on the list.
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Bicycling Contributes $4.3 Billion to U.S. GDP
Bicycle Retailer
December 1, 2023
The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) recently released its 2022 estimate of the outdoor recreation economy. The data includes estimates of value added (or gross domestic product, GDP) and gross output for the overall outdoor recreation economy in addition to bicycling and other specific activities.
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