Paris’ popular bike share program has a big sticky finger problem

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Paris’ bike-share system, Vélib has long been considered one of the shining success stories of urban micromobility. With a massive fleet of over 20,000 pedal and electric-assist bicycles around Paris, the service has helped millions of residents and tourists get around the City of Light without needing a car or scooter. But lately, a growing problem is threatening to knock the wheels off this urban mobility marvel: theft and joyriding.

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Honda now has an electric Ruckus. Will they bring it to the US?

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The Honda Ruckus has earned cult status thanks to its minimalist styling, exposed frame, and seemingly endless customizability. The scooter, also known in international markets as the Honda Zoomer, has spent years being seen as a blank canvas for scooter tuners, urban commuters, and anyone who just wanted something simple, small, and kind of weird to zip around town. A few years ago, Honda finally answered the call for an updated version by announcing and producing the “Zoomer e:”, which was an electric version of the Honda Ruckus. So where is it?

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BMW ups the ante with the fastest, most powerful electric maxi-scooter

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BMW Motorrad’s futuristic electric scooter just got its first real refresh since beginning production in 2021. The BMW CE 04, already one of the most capable and stylish electric maxi-scooters on the market, now gets a set of upgraded trim options, new aesthetic touches, and a more robust list of features that aim to make this urban commuter even more appealing to riders looking for serious electric performance on two wheels.

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I found this cheap Chinese e-cargo trike that hauls more than your car!

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If you’ve ever wondered what happens when you combine a fruit cart, a cargo bike, and a Piaggio Ape all in one vehicle, now you’ve got your answer. I submit, for your approval, this week’s feature for the Awesomely Weird Alibaba Electric Vehicle of the Week column – and it’s a beautiful doozie.

Feast your eyes on this salad slinging, coleslaw cruising, tuber taxiing produce chariot!

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Podcast: Trump/GOP go after EV/solar, Tesla, Ford, GM EV sales, Electrek Formula Sun, and more

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In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Trump’s Big Beautiful bill becoming law and going after EVs and solar, Tesla, Ford, and GM EV sales, Electrek Formula Sun, and more

Today’s episode is brought to you by Bosch Mobility Aftermarket—A global leader and trusted provider of automotive aftermarket parts. To celebrate Amazon Prime Day July 8th through 11th, Bosch Mobility is offering exclusive savings on must-have auto parts and tools. Learn more here.

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Tesla prototype sparks speculation: a Model Y, maybe slightly smaller

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A new Tesla prototype was spotted again, reigniting speculation among Tesla shareholders, even though it’s likely just a Model Y, potentially a bit smaller, and the upcoming stripped-down, cheaper version.

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July 4th edition: first savings on Aventon Pace 4 smart cruiser e-bike $1,699, Bluetti’s new Elite 100 V2 station at $379, Velotric, Rad, Worx, more

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Happy 4th of July, everyone! We’ve got a jam-packed Green Deals for you today, with plenty of new and returning low prices worth considering before they’re gone. Headlining today’s edition is the first chance at savings on Aventon’s new Pace 4 Step-Through Cruiser e-bike that comes with many theft-deterring smart features at $1,699. That’s not all we have in the EV category either, as Velotric has dropped its Fold 1 Lite e-bike to a new $599 low, while Rad Power has added the RadTrike to its 4th of July Sale through this weekend only at its $1,399 low. We also have the launch of Bluetti’s new Elite 100 V2 Portable Power Station with bonus exclusive savings for our readers that takes things to $379. The rear is being brought up by two outdoor tool deals, with the first being Worx’s 20V JawSaw Cordless PowerShare Chainsaw at its best pricing of the last 12 months for $109, as well as Kärcher’s K1700 Electric Pressure Washer falling to $130. Plus, we’ve rounded together all the live savings across EVs, power stations, tools, appliances, and more within our one-stop-shop July 4th Green Deals hub in the links at the bottom of the page.

Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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Heybike’s new Galaxy series brings sleek design and serious power to the e-bike world

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Heybike, one of several fast-growing electric bike makers in the US and European markets, unveiled its new Galaxy Series last week. The new e-bike series isn’t just a single model, but rather a fleet of five new e-bikes comprising the Galaxy line.

The various designs seem to cover riders looking for an e-bike designed for commuting, exploring, hauling gear, or just hitting mountain trails.

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Wheel-E Podcast: 65 MPH ONYX moped, lightweight Dahon e-bikes, more

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This week on Electrek’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes a new ONYX RCR 80V electric moped, new lightweight e-bike motors, Aventon’s powerful update, California cops catching illegal e-bike riders with drones, a super lightweight new e-bike from Dahon, and more.

Today’s episode is sponsored by CYCROWN, an e-Bike company born from a passion for cycling. Its lineup now includes the new CYCROWN Dremax – a high-performance urban commuter e-bike now on sale in the US and Canada. Use Electrek50 to save $50 off your new eBike when you order.

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China’s nationwide ‘cash for clunkers’ trade-in program causing huge e-bike boom

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While much of the Western world is still figuring out how to get more people on electric bikes, China just flipped a switch, and the results are staggering. Thanks to a generous nationwide trade-in program rolled out around six months ago, China has seen an explosive surge in electric bicycle sales, with over 8.47 million new e-bikes hitting the road in the first half of 2025 alone.

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