What the Different Electric Bike Classes Mean

November 2, 2022

Shopping for an electric bike is harder than you’d expect. It doesn’t help that manufacturers describe their ebikes with phrases like “Class One” or “Class Two.” While these terms describe some very specific things, they’re impossible to understand without some context.

Check our top story to learn about each “class” of electric bike—believe me, it’ll make shopping a whole lot easier.

Other Highlights:

• November is an eventful month for tech companies. So, let’s look back at this month in tech history!
• Audio-Technica just revived the “Sound Burger,” an iconic portable turntable of the 80s.
• Porsche’s new soundbar is made from a 992 GT3’s exhaust system. It’s pretty ugly!
• … and more!

-Andrew

As electric bikes continue to gain popularity, we’re starting to see most major brands offer a model to fit any rider’s needs. eBikes come in all shapes, sizes, and speeds, and if you’re considering buying one, you’ll want to know about the different electric bike ‘classes’ and what each one means. Read More »

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The history of tech in the month of November has a couple of themes. Microsoft released two of its most well-known products this month. And the history of malware also sees two significant firsts. Read all the details below. Read More »

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Here’s something weird; Porsche’s new soundbar is made from an original 922 GT3 exhaust system. And despite the fact that it looks like something from a scrapyard, the 911 Soundbar 2.0 Pro costs $12,000 and is surprisingly feature-rich. Read More »

YouTube just announced the newest battleground in the streaming wars. Today, the service launched “Primetime Channels,” allowing you to access content from streaming platforms like Paramount+ and SHOWTIME through the YouTube interface. Read More »

Starting today, Disney+ subscribers can shop for exclusive and pre-release items at the Disney+ Special Access store. This new storefront includes a surprising number of collectibles, including a Black Panther decorative mask, an Ashoka Tano doll, and an adult-sized Doctor Strange cloak. Read More »

To celebrate its 60th anniversary, Audio-Technica is launching a collection of limited-edition turntables, headphones, and cartridges. But most notably, this collection includes the “Sound Burger,” a famous portable turntable originally produced in the early 1980s. Read More »

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