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Brose
Brose is a German automotive and mechatronics company that operated a major e-bike drive-system business from 2014 to 2025. […]
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Bosch
Bosch is a German engineering and technology company whose Bosch eBike Systems division develops integrated electric bicycle drive systems. […]
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Panasonic Cycle Tech
Panasonic Cycle Technology Co., Ltd. is a Japanese bicycle manufacturer within the Panasonic Group. Founded in 1952, it produces […]
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Shimano
Shimano is a Japanese manufacturer of bicycle drivetrains, brakes, pedals, wheels, and e-bike systems. Founded in Sakai in 1921, […]
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SRAM
SRAM is an American bicycle component manufacturer founded in Chicago in 1987. The company produces drivetrains, brakes, power meters, […]
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