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Factor has launched the second-generation O2. “Factor’s O2 is an all-round road bike, built for speed while still being comfortable for those longer days in the saddle,” said a statement. “The second-generation is redesigned from the inside out utilising the revolutionary manufacturing methods of the O2 VAM, making the O2 …

Ursus SpA, the Ferronato family and all its staff have donated €50,000 to the Veneto Region to contribute to the management of the health emergency caused by COVID-19. “At this difficult time that Veneto and the whole of Italy are experiencing, it is a duty to support our doctors, nurses, …

HKT has added a new drop shipping service to its B2B. It is using its social media platforms to urge the public to contact their local bike shop if they would like to purchase anything from HKT. “If retailers want to list more of our product portfolio on their website …

Peter Dobbs Design and Print Services has outlined its availability amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The company has said it is working to guidelines as advised and is still operating. A lot of workers are remote working, some skeleton teams are in the print factories and other suppliers are abroad at …

Upgrade is now offering dealers direct shipping to consumers as an option on B2B orders. This will allow any products to be sent directly to a consumer’s home address on behalf of the dealer who has placed the order with Upgrade. There is a £5 carriage fee for each order …

Rebecca Morley catches up with Peaty’s to find out how it all started, the benefits of being a rider-owned company and being eco-friendly

The e-bike trend is undoubtedly upon us. But, assuming it continues to grow throughout the UK, how will infrastructure in our capital evolve to accommodate? George Hosegood reports

Rebecca Morley visits Gocycle in Chessington to find out what we should expect from the e-bike market as we enter a new decade

Bob Elliot is launching a new in-house, IBD-focused brand this month. James Groves catches up with director Paul Elliot as he discusses close relationships, expanding offerings and self-selling products