GEAREV: Yamaha launches swappable-battery business scooter in Japan – thepack.news | Electric

Source: Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd | Yamaha Motor has introduced GEAREV, a new electric scooter built specifically for commercial delivery and dispatch use in Japan. The model went on sale July 17, 2026, alongside a dedicated variant called NEWS GEAREV, configured for newspaper delivery routes. Vehicle class and licensing GEAREV falls under Japan’s genpaku daiisshu classification – the country’s entry-level…

KTM: Vinales rejected Tech3 option after factory plans changed | MotoGP

KTM motorsport director Pit Beirer says negotiations with Maverick Vinales broke down when the Spaniard learned that the seat available for MotoGP 2027 was at Tech3 rather than the factory team. Vinales has made several accusations against KTM in recent weeks, openly blaming the Austrian manufacturer for leaving him without a seat next year. Ahead of this weekend’s German Grand…

E-bike injuries in Des Moines metro surge in first half of 2026 | Electric

July 19, 2026, 6:01 a.m. CT There have been more injuries from e-bikes and e-scooters in the Des Moines metro in the first half of this year than in all of 2025, according to data collected by UnityPoint Health. In 2026, between January and the end of June, there have been 125 injuries from e-bikes and e-scooters that came through…

MotoGP plans for 2027 season launch in Brazil | MotoGP

MotoGP is working towards holding its 2027 season launch in Rio de Janeiro, where the championship’s new 850cc bikes are expected to be unveiled. The Brazilian city is one of the options being considered by MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group (MotoGP SEG), the commercial rights holder of the world championship, as a successor to Kuala Lumpur, which hosted the 2026 edition…

E-bike or e-moto? Here’s how to tell the difference under Colorado law | Electric

A traffic stop of an 8-year-old on an electric dirt bike in Salida highlights confusion over Colorado’s laws distinguishing electric bicycles from motorcycles. DENVER — A recent traffic stop involving an 8-year-old riding an electric dirt bike on a sidewalk in Salida is highlighting growing confusion over what qualifies as an electric bicycle in Colorado, and when an electric ride is…

How KTM dispute reminds Vinales of Yamaha ordeal | MotoGP

Maverick Vinales has drawn parallels between his current KTM contract dispute and the breakdown in his previous relationship with Yamaha, arguing that MotoGP teams have repeatedly pushed him to the edge.  The 10-time grand prix winner has made no secret about his frustration with the way KTM has handled his contract situation, publicly pinning the responsibility on the Austrian manufacturer for…

MotoGP™ 2026 Calendar | Circuits | Schedule | MotoGP

Check the official 2026 MotoGP™ calendar, all the dates, circuits and countries from the MotoGP, Moto2 and Moto3 Championships here.  read more www.motogp.com

A Fat Tire Folding E-Bike That Doesn’t Break the Bank | Electric

The F3’s scope is a bit broader than some folding EBikes. While portability is a part of this bike’s package, there’s a lot more to it. Off road capability is an example of this. The fat, knobby tires give riders the option to venture away from paved paths – I tried some of this myself, and the F3 generally does…

The surprise highest points scorer in MotoGP’s European leg | MotoGP

Ai Ogura has emerged as MotoGP’s highest point scorer since the European leg of the season began in April, underlining the progress he has made in only his second season in the premier class. The Japanese rider made a promising start to the year in the opening flyaways, capitalising on an improved Aprilia bike to put his 2025 troubles immediately behind….

VinFast partners with Bespoke Logistics to strengthen electric motorcycle logistics capabilities in the Philippines | Region | Electric

MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 July 2026 – Global electric vehicle company VinFast has officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Bespoke Logistics, a Philippine provider of end-to-end automotive logistics solutions, to establish an integrated mobility processing center and authorized service workshop for the inspection and preparation of VinFast electric motorcycles prior to delivery. The partnership will…

MotoGP German GP: Marquez leads Ducati’s qualifying domination as Bezzecchi crashes | MotoGP

Marc Marquez led a front-row lockout for Ducati at the German Grand Prix, as Aprilia star Marco Bezzecchi suffered another blow to his MotoGP title hopes with an early crash in qualifying. Marquez eclipsed the all-time circuit record at the Sachsenring on his final run to seal his third pole position of the 2026 season, with his brother Alex Marquez…

Burlington teenager dies after e-bike vs. minivan crash | Electric

BURLINGTON, Vt. (ABC22/FOX44) – A 16-year-old girl lost her life Thursday evening after a collision between her e-bike and a minivan, said Burlington police Friday. Shiloh Skalka, 16, of Burlington, died after she was taken to UVM Medical Center Thursday afternoon.  E-biker seriously injured after Burlington crash  According to police, Skalka and the driver of the involved car were both…

Aprilia: Fantastic first half of the season… but it’s never enough | MotoGP

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Honda selects Marini’s crew chief for Quartararo’s arrival | MotoGP

Honda has decided to pair Fabio Quartararo with Cristhian Pupulin, Luca Marini’s current crew chief, as it prepares for the Frenchman’s arrival in the factory team for the 2027 MotoGP season. Although Quartararo’s move to HRC is expected to be one of the last rider transfers to be officially announced, it was among the first to be agreed, as first…

REWIND: The SachsenKing | MotoGP

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Ather Electric Motorcycle Concept Likely to be Showcased Next Year | Electric

Ather announced Zenith motorcycle platform in 2024 Concept bike could be showcased in 2027 Main focus is on EL platform-based scooters for now Ather Energy had announced that it was working on a new electric motorcycle platform called Zenith back in 2024. It’s been almost two years now, and there hasn’t been any further release of information on that. The…

Moto2™ highlights: Ortola pips Holgado to take Sachsenring glory | MotoGP

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Bezzecchi withdraws from German GP in another blow to MotoGP title hopes | MotoGP

Marco Bezzecchi has been diagnosed with a fracture next to his neck following a brutal highside in German Grand Prix qualifying, leaving him on the sidelines for the remainder of the MotoGP weekend. After being taken to the medical centre for check-ups on Saturday afternoon, the factory Aprilia rider underwent X-ray scans which revealed he had suffered “a complete and…

UNHEARD: You could go even faster, right? | MotoGP

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Tulsa teen arrested after electric motorcycle dies during police chase | Electric

TULSA, Okla. – A 17-year-old was arrested Tuesday night after Tulsa police said he led officers on a chase through east Tulsa before his electric motorcycle ran out of battery. According to the Tulsa Police Department, officers saw a group of motorcycles riding near East 51st Street and South Garnett Road around 8 p.m. on July 14. Police said one…

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