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Mobility
Spiny 2 clip-on kit turns a bicycle into a 750W e-bike in 3 seconds
Spiny EV Solutions SL has unveiled the second-generation Spiny 2, a clip-on electric assist kit that can be attached to or removed from a bicycle in about 3 seconds after initial mounting. The 2.2 kg unit uses a friction drive roller that powers the rear tyre and avoids swapping wheels or drivetrains. Output and assisted top speed vary by market, with up to 750W and 32 kph in the United States. Spiny says range can reach 90 km under ideal test conditions.
Mobility
Robotaxi three-way race as China sprints to commercialise solid-state batteries
Nevada approved commercial robotaxi operations in Clark County for Tesla, Uber and Waymo, allowing up to 8,000 vehicles over the next 12 months. Tesla received the largest approval for up to 5,000 vehicles, while Waymo and Uber can each operate 1,000. Waymo is accelerating in-house vehicle computing and a 1,000-TOPS chip while maintaining cooperation with Nvidia and AMD. The article also covers Tesla’s technology plans, the Semi truck’s Europe rollout, and China’s push including Geely’s 500 Wh/kg solid-state battery testing.
Industry
FLIT unveils 13.3-kg ultralight folding e-bike M2i, lighter and half the price of Brompton
UK folding e-bike maker FLIT unveiled its new M2i model weighing 13.3 kg, trimming weight while keeping a folding design and riding convenience. The M2i is about 500 grams lighter than Brompton’s Electric T Line and is priced at 2,999 pounds, far below Brompton’s 5,799 pounds. FLIT said it reduced weight through a custom aluminium frame and structural adhesive process, plus lighter components, while retaining practical features for commuting and public transport.
