Rad Power Bikes’ bestselling RadRunner is getting a Class 3 upgrade

is transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Rad Power Bikes may be going through some turmoil in its upper ranks, but the e-bike company’s product team is still working hard to churn out new bikes. Today, Rad Power revealed its refreshed RadRunner lineup, with a slew of cool new features, including a new Class 3 model. RadRunner is the company’s bestselling utility bike, with a sturdy frame and fat tires designed for heavy cargo loads and even a child’s seat. Now the lineup is getting some updated features, including enhanced weather protection, rear-facing radar detection, and a new digital key to added security. But perhaps the most significant update is the introduction of the RadRunner Max, which is the reimagined RadRunner 3 and the lineup’s first Class 3 e-bike. That means it’s pedal-assist only, no throttle, with a maximum speed of 28 mph. It’s not ... Read full article.