{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Weekly Recharge from Electric Bike Report","title":"Tariffs, Rad, and the E-Bike Industry: What’s Really Going On? TWR Ep 61","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3525,"description":"Welcome back to The Weekly Recharge – Episode 61 ⚡🚴\nThis week we’ve got a packed episode with major industry news, a wild counterfeit crackdown, and a ton of real-world comparisons to help you make smarter e-bike decisions heading into the holidays.\n👕 Merch + Rider of the Week Update\nT-shirts for Riders of the Week and pre-orders should be going out soon — and if you haven’t claimed your free shirt yet, fill out the form in the description so we can ship it to you!\n👉 Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/t9o6SHE3aTp7hvmW9\n👉 Merch Shop: https://shop.electricbikereport.com/\n🔥 In This Episode\nRad Power Bikes update (including new details from a Washington Post article we contributed to) and why tariffs continue to reshape the e-bike market.\nA massive counterfeit bust worth $1.5 million involving fake Specialized frames and Roval components — plus what it means for rider safety and how to avoid getting burned by knockoffs.\nHoliday e-bike comparisons across premium commuters, city cruisers, and hybrid commuter/cruiser options to help you pick the right ride for your budget and riding style.\n📰 News of the Week\nBosch eBike Systems completes acquisition of Magura Parts & Services (MBPS), strengthening Bosch’s service and replacement parts network across Europe.\nDucati announces new electric road, gravel, and mountain bikes targeting Spring 2026 — plus what we know so far about development partners and pro rider involvement.\nTern’s NYC delivery fleet hits the 1 million-mile milestone, with strong performance claims around durability, service support, and UL-certified systems.\n💬 Questions We Answer\nCan you burn out your motor by using the throttle too much?\nWhat actually justifies the price gap between an $840 e-bike and a $2,000+ option?\nHow to choose between popular commuter/cruiser-style bikes based on comfort, hills, range, and ownership considerations.\n🚴 Trail System Spotlight\nWe take a look at the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia area — a cycling-friendly region with...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/q7GQ6yx_heaZ8i1kYiryNdi2tlCYjNBATnpyd94bBPw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zNDQz/ODg3MTg5ZmMxZjMy/NDZhN2I3Y2RmNzVj/ZDUwNi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}