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Raleigh has announced that two of their bicycle ranges from the 2016 e-bike collections have been chosen as top buys in a recent survey by The Independent Newspaper online; with the Raleigh Motus Lowstep achieving the highly respected ‘Best Buy’ status.
The Raleigh Motus Lowstep equipped commuter bike, which RRP’s at £2000, was commended on its smart functionality and value added extras, in the article published today. Also, securing 10th position is the recently launched Raleigh Strada TSE (Trail Sport Electric).
Speaking on behalf of the reviews, Pippa Wibberley, Sales and Marketing Director for Raleigh UK said: “We’re delighted to have had two of our e-bike ranges selected in the Independent’s ‘10 best electric bikes’ list. This endorsement really helps to further strengthen our on-going consumer messages- adding true impartial credibility to the ranges and building consumer confidence in this growing electric bike market”.
“This result highlights the quality and exceptional value for money, that our new electric bike ranges offer. The E-bike market is growing rapidly as consumers look for new transport solutions. For IBDs this offers an amazing business opportunity. Excellent service from pre and post purchase is vital in this sector making the local bike shop the place to go if you are interested in E-bikes.
"This is why we are focusing on building value in to the IBD experience with services such as life time warranty and our see, try, buy network. The complete package is then made up as we are committed to supplying the best possible product which meet this consumer demand as it continues to grow” she concludes.
Raleigh was the only manufacturer to feature twice in this competitive ‘10 best electric bike’ line-up; with two Raleigh models selected.
For more information on the Raleigh E-bike ranges, please contact 01773 532 694 or email sales@raleigh.co.uk
