Will Tariffs Fuel a Surge in Refurbished E-Bikes in the US?
The Rise of E-Bikes in the US and the Role of Upway E-bikes have become a common sight in many parts of Europe and Asia, where they are used for a wide range of daily activities. From parents transporting children in cargo boxes to couriers delivering packages, e-bikes have seamlessly integrated into urban life. In cities like Amsterdam or Tokyo, electric two-wheelers have transitioned from being a niche product to an essential mode of transport, often replacing cars and vans for short trips. However, the United States is still in the early stages of this transformation. While Americans are purchasing more e-bikes than ever before—between one and 1.2 million annually—the majority of these sales occur in major cities. For those living in suburban or rural areas, finding even a few e-bikes at local stores can be challenging. Additionally, prices may not always be affordable, and infrastructure for cycling is still developing compared to the well-established networks seen in other regio...