#rad-power-bikes tag

1 week ago

Aventon's New Soltera 3 ADV, Rad Launched a New Bike, Segways' Auto-Dropper Post | TWR Ep 66

E-bike industry saw multiple product launches, tire and motor updates, a pedal recall, and Rad Power Bikes released a refreshed RadWagon amid Chapter 11.

1 month ago

Recalls from Pedego and Pacific Cycle, Updates to Rad's Leadership, and Electric Bike Co.'s Assets Auction | TWR Ep 63

Pedego issued a recall on several hundred fat tire electric trikes after multiple reports of frame breakage. Pacific Cycle also released a safety notice regarding slipping child-seat buckles. At Rad Power Bikes, Kathi Lentzch has stepped down after taking over as CEO in March. Former CFO Angelina Smith is now stepping into the role to guide the company through its Chapter 11 process.

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fromBikerumor

1 month ago

Rad Power Bikes Files for Bankruptcy Protection, Owes $8+ Million in Tariffs

Rad Power Bikes filed for Chapter 11 on December 15, 2025, with $32.1M in assets, $72.8M in liabilities, and no funds expected for unsecured creditors.

1 month ago

Rad Opposes CPSC Battery Warning, Aventon Plans European Debut, New Upway/Aventon Trade-In Program | TWR Ep 59

CPSC warns about potential fire risks in some Rad Power Bikes batteries; Aventon expands to Europe with new mid-drive e-bikes; Upway offers trade-ins.

fromBikerumor

RAD Power Bikes Should Recall its Batteries, but it Can't Afford To...

RAD Power Bikes RP-1304 and HL-RP-S1304 lithium-ion batteries have caused multiple fires and significant property damage, and RAD declined a CPSC recall due to financial inability.

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fromTechCrunch

Rad Power Bikes' batteries receive major fire risk warning | TechCrunch

Rad Power Bikes' batteries risk igniting or exploding; the CPSC advises owners to stop using them after linked fires and property damage.

fromThe Verge

Rad Power Bikes' batteries are a fire risk and shouldn't be used, CPSC warns

The batteries can "unexpectedly ignite and explode," especially when water or debris leaks in to cells or the harness, the agency says. CPSC says there have been 31 fires, including 12 reports of property damage totaling $734,500, some of which occurred when the battery was not charging and the bike was in storage or not in use. No injuries were reported as a result of the fires.

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Startup companies

The End of Rad Power Bikes, Scott's Fastlane E-Road Bike, Upway Plans Expansion | TWR Ep 57

Rad Power Bikes may close in January 2026 without new funding; Scott debuted the Fastlane electric road bike; Upway raised funding to expand refurbishment centers.

fromTechCrunch

Rad Power Bikes faces shutdown in January without new funding | TechCrunch

Rad is nothing without its people and wants to ensure that all employees are taken care of and provided for to the fullest extent feasible. Executive leaders are hopeful that a viable solution will be found to ensure that Rad team members remain gainfully employed for the foreseeable future. However, to be fully transparent, despite our collective efforts, it is possible that this may not happen, and Rad may be forced to cease operations.

Startup companies

fromHackernoon

9 months ago

How Amit Ojha Engineered Rad Power Bikes' Digital Growth Surge | HackerNoon

In Rad Power Bikes' journey towards digital transformation, Amit Ojha's leadership has positioned the company as a remarkable success story in e-commerce innovation.

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