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One of Moore Large’s directors has told a local newspaper of efforts to save the distributor, as details of the distributor’s stock auction have been confirmed. This is the latest update following the news last week that the Derby-based distributor was closing its doors after more than 70 years of …

Airless tyre specialist Tannus will be showcasing a new cargo bike system at Taipei Cycle 2023 this week.  The London-based tyre brand has two new products on display at Taiwan’s major trade event – the Tannus Cargo Airless tyres and all-new Tubeless inserts. Designed to serve the e-bike and cargo …

Kwik Fit, the automotive servicing and repair company, has announced it’s moving into the bicycle market through a “strategic partnership” with Fettle. Over the past three years, Fettle has built a fast growing bike repair network, providing “faff-free” repairs and servicing across London to serve the growing demand from bicycle …

Fox Factory has announced the opening of its second UK service centre in Woking, Surrey. The all-new site will work in tandem with the existing service centre in Risca, Wales, managed by the brand’s exclusive UK distribution partner, Silverfish. Due to open later this month, the facility will support increasing …

Urban mobility specialist Tern has announced One Generation Ahead (OGA) as its new distribution partner for the UK and Ireland. OGA will continue to work with Tern’s network of independent bicycle dealers, honouring Tern warranty claims and supporting them with spare parts. The distributor is ready to accept orders and …

Representatives from the cycling industry have criticised the Government’s decision to cut Active Travel funding outside London, describing it as “a backward move”. Last week, the Transport Secretary Mark Harper confirmed the cuts in a written statement ahead of the spring budget. Harper cited rising inflation caused by Russia’s invasion …

Cyclists across Hertfordshire will be heading towards Watford Cycle Hub this weekend to celebrate the organisation’s 10th birthday. A programme of events is planned for Saturday, March 11, to mark the decade during which they have been teaching people of all ages to cycle, organising community rides, providing value for …

Endura has announced it will be partnering with the Limitlass women’s mountain bike festival as presenting sponsors. The event will bring three days of skills coaching, guided rides, well-being and entertainment, to the Glen Tanar Estate in Royal Deeside from Friday, August 18, to Sunday, August 20. First held in …

Tocsen is a safety brand that aims to reduce the impact of serious crashes. Co-founder Andreas Botsch talks BikeBiz through the crash-detection technology This piece first appeared in the March edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here What is the story behind Tocsen? The story of Tocsen …