"Riese & Müller has announced it will fully withdraw from the US market on July 31st of this year, citing 'persistently challenging and increasingly volatile market conditions' as the driving force behind the decision."
"While the 50% tariff on steel used in e-bikes has been removed, the damage to long-term planning was already done, leading to the company's exit from the US."
"Illinois and California both have bills moving through the pipeline that could reshape who can ride what, how fast, and where licensing, registration, and motor limits are all on the table."
Riese & Müller, a German e-bike manufacturer, will exit the US market on July 31st due to tariff volatility and challenging market conditions. Although a 50% tariff on steel was removed, the impact on long-term planning was significant. The company aims to protect existing dealers and customers by ensuring access to components and honoring warranty obligations. Meanwhile, states like Illinois and California are advancing bills to regulate e-bikes, with varying approaches to licensing and motor limits, amidst ongoing discussions about e-bike regulations.
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