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You don’t need to worry about getting stranded if you have mobility scooter insurance from the ETA. The insurance includes breakdown cover, which means if you get a puncture or have another mechanical issue, you can call for help at any time of the day or night. And once we've come to your rescue, you can claim up to £100 to have the wheel repaired following a puncture.

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With an e-bike or trike, a person who struggles with their mobility can cover distances that would otherwise be punishing or impossible, reducing reliance on public transport and expensive taxis.

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Drivers with fully comprehensive cover make a stolen car their insurer's problem. More cyclists should do the same.

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The UK government seems intent on keeping e-bikes the Cinderella of electric vehicles. Despite their massive potential to help the country decarbonise, year after year e-bikes remain the only type of electric vehicle to be excluded from subsidies.

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Raynaud's affects circulation at the extremities, leaving fingers and toes pale and numb. It's particularly troublesome for those of us who enjoy spending time outside. A bout of Raynaud's is an unwelcome interruption to any winter walk or cycle ride.

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When balloon tyres were first launched about 90 years ago, riders welcomed the over-sized profiles, which could run on lower pressures to give a cushiony feel and comfortable ride on bumpy surfaces. In fact, the appeal was so strong they became the defining feature of cruiser bikes.

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Yamaha, a pioneer in e-bike technology and the first company to launch a commercially available pedal-assist electric bicycle in 1993, has announced it will leave the American e-bike market at the end of next month.

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Britain’s streets are under siege, and it’s not just from congestion and pollution: it’s from drivers repeatedly breaking the law without facing meaningful consequences.

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It helps to invest in a few good quality cycling-specific items. For example, the merino wool used to make this smart-looking cap is hard wearing and has a natural antibacterial property that promises to keep it smelling fresh.

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