E-Bike Brand Guides and Buying Advice
In-depth brand overviews, model comparisons and buying guides built from the Velo Index dataset. Independent coverage across EU, UK and US markets. No sponsored content.
Understanding Specialized E-Bike Naming of Models: Levo, Vado, Tero, and Beyond
A clear guide to Specialized's e-bike naming system, decoding terms like Turbo, SL, EQ, and model numbers such as 3.0, 4.0, and 5.0.
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A practical guide for e-bike riders on how to prepare, maintain, and stay safe during winter commuting in cold or wet conditions.
Brand Spotlights
Rad Power Bikes designs its e-bikes in Seattle and is transitioning assembly to a US facility in Fort Lauderdale under new owner Life EV. Compare the full current lineup including the RadRunner, RadWagon, and Radster series.
Aventon e-bikes are designed in California and manufactured at the company's own factory in China. Compare the full US lineup and the new German-market Trava trekking and Current eMTB series launching in 2026.
An overview of Walmart's private-label e-bike brands, Ozark Trail and Concord, covering specifications, motor types, pricing tiers, and how Walmart house brands compare to specialist direct-to-consumer e-bike brands in the U.S. market.
Velotric designs its e-bikes in California with international production partnerships. Compare the 2026 lineup including the new Discover M mid-drive, specs and prices.
An in-depth overview of Decathlon electric bikes, including Elops, Riverside, Rockrider, BTWIN and Van Rysel. Covers motors, sensors, pricing tiers, servicing and how Decathlon compares to DTC brands.
DYU e-bikes are manufactured in China and assembled across facilities in Cambodia and Poland. Compare the full EU, UK, and US lineup including folding, step-through, and utility models.
Heybike e-bikes are designed and assembled in Shenzhen, China, with regional warehouse delivery across the US, UK, and EU. Compare models, specs and prices across the full Heybike range.
Lectric's US lineup covers the XP fat-tire folding series, XPedition cargo, Lectric ONE belt-drive, and XP Trike. Full specs and pricing from $799, with notes on the US service partner network.
Tenways e-bikes are engineered in Amsterdam and manufactured in China and the Philippines. Compare the full EU and US model range including the AGO X, CGO600 Pro, and Wayfarer.
Fiido's EU range covers 10 models from €999 to €2,397. Full specs for the 13.75 kg Air carbon-frame, Titan cargo, and C-series commuters, including what the French assembly facility means for EU delivery times.
ENGWE e-bikes are designed and assembled in Shenzhen, China, with EU and US warehouse delivery. Compare models, specs and prices across the full ENGWE range.