# E-Bike Conversions Shimano Total Electric Power System Retrofits Standard Bikes to be Electric By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-06-30 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shimano-total-electric-power-system References: [evworld](http://evworld.com/news.cfm?newsid=23540) & [wired](http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2010/06/shimano-steps-up-with-e-bike-component-set/) [Shimano](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/di2-shifting) has introduced its new STEPS line of bike components. STEPS stands for "Shimano Total Electric Power System." The converter set allows an existing bike to be converted into a full-on e-bike while still allowing it to be used as a regular bicycle. The Shimano Total Electric Power System includes a [Li-Ion battery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beambike) that delivers 25 to 37 miles of range depending on power-mode and a top speed of 15 mph. **Implications** - Consumers are looking to reduce their carbon footprint on the planet as eco-consciousness has now permeated into mainstream media. As such, corporations looking to garner positive consumer attention may consider implementing environmentally friendly initiatives into their business operations as well as into their actual products. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-consciousness:** Implementing environmentally friendly initiatives into business operations and products. - **E-bike Conversions:** Converting standard bikes into e-bikes using Shimano's Total Electric Power System. - **Sustainable Transportation:** Promoting the use of electric bikes as an alternative mode of eco-friendly transportation. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Green Technology:** Developing and manufacturing eco-friendly bike components and conversion kits. - **Cycling and Outdoor Recreation:** Providing products and services related to e-bikes and biking accessories. - **Corporate Sustainability:** Adopting environmentally friendly practices and promoting eco-consciousness. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Instant E-Bike Conversions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pikaboost-2-lite.md) - [Auitomatic Electronic Bike Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/di2-shifting.md) - [Ultra-Compact Bike Conversion Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clip-electric-motor.md) - [Powerful E-Bike Conversion Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pikaboost-2.md) - [Internal Gearbox E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st2-pinion.md) - [Widely-Compatible Bike Conversion Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swytch-go.md) - [Customizable E-Bike Conversion Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/byqee-e-bike-conversion.md) - [Crowdfunded E-Bike Converters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pikaboost.md) - [SUV-Inspired eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thok-mig-es.md)