The Canada Brief

Tech · 15 h ago

Rivian spinoff Also starts shipping its first e-bike after months of delays

What happened

The TM-B e-bike began reaching customers in early October. Co-founder Chris Yu blamed supply chain problems and certification hurdles, and admitted the company communicated poorly with people who had reserved one.

Also dropped an electric motorcycle pilot in Kenya earlier this year to focus on its e-bike and on small autonomous vehicles built with DoorDash.

What we know

  • Bikes started shipping in early October
  • Some buyers report damage and battery drain

Not yet

  • How fast production will ramp up

Early customers have reported delivery damage and noticeable battery drain.