The Electric Bicycle Company (EBC), a California-based builder known for made-to-order electric bikes assembled in the U.S., has officially filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and is shutting down permanently. The filing marks another high-profile exit as the e-bike industry adjusts after the post-pandemic boom. It also adds to a growing list of brand closures documented…
What’s at Stake On September 9, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to fast-track a pivotal case—V.O.S. Selections, Inc. v. Trump, alongside Learning Resources v. Trump. The court will decide whether former President Trump lawfully used the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose sweeping “Liberation Day” tariffs. Critics argue the president overstepped, exceeding…
Aventon, one of the largest electric bike brands in the U.S., is pulling back the curtain on how it’s responding to the tariffs impacting the industry. As the trade war set off by the Trump administration continues to disrupt the e-bike market, the company’s actions show how even major players are shifting to keep their…
With a swift signature, new tariffs on goods imported from Canada, Mexico, and China were imposed this morning, set to take effect on February 4, 2025. President Trump stated that these tariffs are designed “to protect Americans,” though most economists warn they will likely lead to higher consumer prices, increased inflation, and a weaker US…