E-bikes offer a unique combination of exercise and convenience, making them great for keeping resolutions this year. If you’re an e-bike rider or considering becoming one, setting some fun targets can help you stay motivated throughout 2023 in a gratifying and sustainable way. Whether you’re well-versed or new to the e-bike world, there are plenty… Continue reading E-bike Resolutions
A closer look into energy choices
As of last year, Europe has woken up to the need for building an independent energy system and accelerating the adoption of renewables. As providers of some of the lightest electric bikes on the market, we are a part of this shift. This is because every e-bike user has an environmental impact on their energy… Continue reading A closer look into energy choices
Ampler 2022: in review
It’s undoubtedly been an eventful year, and with it coming to a close, we wanted to recap some of our highlights. While we’ve not been alone with some of the challenges we have faced, we have never lost sight of our goal: emotive zero-emission commuting for everyone. An Ampler is still a high-quality e-bike that… Continue reading Ampler 2022: in review
The Joy of Winter Cycling
Cold weather doesn’t mean a slow ride. We believe an e-bike is a year-round tool to get you where you want to be. Whether commuting or touring, we wanted to share some ideas as to why we love cycling in winter. Enjoy some tips and tricks for cycling this season. Why cycle in winter? You… Continue reading The Joy of Winter Cycling
Customer update: Service, batteries and connectivity
Quality assurance and customer satisfaction have been a top priority for Ampler since day one, and we will continue our transparent communication about products and services. Three months have passed since our last open letter about some of the issues our customers have experienced. We would like to update you on what we have been… Continue reading Customer update: Service, batteries and connectivity
Best ways to gift an Ampler
How many of us have felt the joy of receiving that new bike – whether it was the first one as a child or later in life? Whether it’s a single-speed e-bike like Curt or a robust 9-speed Stout, a new Ampler is a cause for celebration. Our classic designs and hidden batteries will even… Continue reading Best ways to gift an Ampler
COP27: What did we learn from the past?
The 20th of November marked the last day of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, intending to turn pledges into implementation. Looking back to last year’s meeting, COP26 had a full day dedicated to tackling the emissions from transport. However, COP26 fell short on this topic: the focus was mainly… Continue reading COP27: What did we learn from the past?
E-bikes and Mission Zero: Oslo
In 2017, Oslo had no traffic fatalities for pedestrians or cyclists. This was a key goal of a nationwide initiative named Mission Zero. How did the city achieve this and what is Mission Zero? For our latest Urban Change Series, we took a deep dive to get a better understanding. We spoke with Pål Nilsen,… Continue reading E-bikes and Mission Zero: Oslo
Aluminium in the e-bike production
You’re probably using things made from aluminium every day. It’s everywhere from our kitchenware, computers to the very power lines that bring you electricity. At Ampler, we use it mostly for the frame of our electric bikes. We do this because it’s lightweight, durable and recyclable. When we did our Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) for… Continue reading Aluminium in the e-bike production
Urban Change Series: Rotterdam
Rotterdam is on its way to becoming a model of sustainability in terms of transport. Cycling is uniquely popular throughout cities in the Netherlands, particularly in Amsterdam and Utrecht. However, until recently the amount of regular bike users in Rotterdam has been significantly lower compared to its metropolitan counterparts. In 2013, only around 18% of… Continue reading Urban Change Series: Rotterdam