Brussels’ Autoworld Museum Marks Vespa’s 75th Anniversary
The Autoworld Museum in Brussels, home to one of the world’s largest and most prestigious collections on motoring history, is celebrating Vespa’s 75th anniversary: until 15 August, visitors to the city’s sumptuous Palais Mondial will have the opportunity to admire 75 models of the world’s best-known and best-loved two-wheeler. In a country with more than
Alexander Wolff Named Director of INTERMOT
Cockpit change for INTERMOT: Alexander Wolff took over as the director of the International Motorcycle, Scooter and E-Bike Fair, on June 1. Wolff follows in the footsteps of Ingo Riedeberger, who was responsible for INTERMOT from 2005 and will now oversee both THE TIRE COLOGNE and Koelnmesse’s new event, polisMOBILITY, as Director. Wolff joined Koelnmesse
Powersports Tariff Dispute Cools
The long-running tariff battle between the U.S. and the European Union, which threatened to unfairly sweep powersports products and parts into the fray – and potentially, dramatically, raise costs for manufacturers, distributors, and consumers – has simmered down following recent high-level meetings in Brussels, Belgium. Both sides announced a cooperative framework to address large-civil-aircraft disputes between Boeing and
Foxconn, Gogoro Announce Partnership to Expand Battery Swapping, Smartscooters
Foxconn and Gogoro Will Begin Collaborating On Multiple Projects Including Smart Batteries, Vehicle Engineering and Manufacturing Foxconn, one of the world’s largest electronics manufacturers, and Gogoro, have announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to form a strategic technology and manufacturing partnership. Together, the companies will accelerate Gogoro’s global expansion by utilizing Foxconn’s manufacturing capabilities to
Damon Motors, Auteco Mobility Join Forces to Electrify Latin America’s Two-Wheel Market
The two companies plan to collaborate for sales and support of Damon-branded motorcycles, including Damon’s flagship HyperSport superbike.
Brembo Acquires J. Juan
With this transaction, the group expands its brand family and completes the range of solutions for motorbike braking systems.
Aprilia SXR 160 Named Scooter of the Year in India
The Aprilia SXR 160 scooter from the Piaggio Group has received the most prestigious honor at the Autocar Awards 2021 where it has been named “Scooter Of The Year 2021” by the authoritative magazine.
Spirit Motorcycles Acquires Motorcycle Engineering Firm Talon
Cattaneo Corporate Finance has advised Spirit Motorcycles, the team that pioneered the British GP2 Championship, on its acquisition of Talon Engineering for an undisclosed sum.
Peugeot Cycles Reinvents Electrically-Assisted Urban Bicycle with eC01 Crossover
Its torque of 63 nM combined with the 10 gears allow you to slip through traffic with agility as well as tackle hills.
Brembo Completes Acquisition of SBS Friction A/S
Brembo announced it has completed its acquisition of SBS Friction, a Danish company that develops and manufactures very innovative and eco-friendly sintered and organic material brake pads for motorbikes.
Quin Design Helmets Announces Expansion to UK Market
Quin Design announced a partnership with iHelmets for distribution of Quin Design Helmets in the United Kingdom.
DAB Motors Announces Major Rebranding for Future Growth
The identity is designed to appeal to the boldest minds who are looking for something new and dare to break the mold.
