MILAN, Jan. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As the 2026 season approaches, professional cycling enters a new phase of global collaboration. Elitewheels, together with its sister brand evolve, continues its partnership with UCI ProTeam Solution Tech – NIPPO – Rali, aiming to push performance, innovation, and international recognition to the next level.
A Stronger Second Year, Bigger Ambitions
After a successful debut season in 2025, Elitewheels renews its support for the team as it targets a potential Grand Tour future. Alongside Elitewheels' wheel sponsorship, evolve joins with its flagship CIMA performance road frameset, co-branded with its Panama distributor Rali.
The 2025 season proved the partnership's competitive value. Racing on Elitewheels' Drive, Drive Helix SS and Velo TT wheelsets, the team delivered podiums, stage wins, and GC victories at events including the Tour of Slovenia and Tour of Hainan, while also making strong appearances at WorldTour races such as Strade Bianche, Milano–Sanremo, UAE Tour and Copenhagen Sprint.
"Our first year with Elitewheels exceeded expectations," said Team Manager Serge. "The wheels delivered confidence everywhere, from crosswinds to full-gas sprints." Seven-time champion sprinter Dušan Rajović echoed this sentiment, praising both stiffness and speed.
Precision Equipment for 2026
In 2026,Team Solution Tech – NIPPO – Rali will race on three Elitewheels flagship models:
Drive II: an all-round race wheel refined through CFD and Silverstone wind tunnel testing, saving ~5 watts compared to its predecessor.
Drive Helix CS: a premium all-rounder with helical airflow design, offering exceptional crosswind stability and precise stiffness.
Drive TT: a dedicated time-trial wheelset validated at Silverstone, optimized for sustained high-speed efficiency.
This equipment selection reflects Elitewheels' commitment to engineering refinement under real race pressure.
Alongside the ProTeam, the partnership also extends to Toscana Factory Devo Team, the official development squad of Solution Tech – NIPPO – Rali. The Devo Team will compete on Elitewheels Drive series and Rali–evolve co-branded CIMA framesets, ensuring young riders progress on the same high-performance equipment philosophy as the ProTeam.
Learn more: www.elite-wheels.com
evolve Steps Forward with CIMA
evolve brings its high-performance CIMA frameset to the partnership for 2026. Built with TORAY T1100, T800, and M40 carbon, the unpainted M-size frame weighs just 650g, balancing ultra-lightweight construction with race-level stiffness. Wind tunnel testing at Silverstone showed that the CIMA combined with KREUZA aerodynamic accessories saves 4.1 watts on average, translating to nearly 48 seconds over 40 km at 300W.
Founded by industry veterans and former UCI pro rider, evolve applies a rider-first philosophy focused on real-world performance. The CIMA has quickly earned recognition from both professionals and enthusiasts, establishing evolve as a serious contender in the global road market.
Learn more: www.evolvebicycles.com
Looking Ahead
More than a sponsorship, this partnership is a technology-driven collaboration. Engineers, riders, and mechanics work closely to refine aerodynamics, stiffness, and efficiency throughout the season.
Together, they represent a clear message: global cycling performance is evolving, and China's engineering presence is now firmly part of the sport's top tier.
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Elitewheels & evolve Power UCI Pro Team Solution Tech - NIPPO - Rali Toward a Potential Grand Tour Breakthrough in 2026
Elitewheels & evolve Power UCI Pro Team Solution Tech - NIPPO - Rali Toward a Potential Grand Tour Breakthrough in 2026
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ATLANTA, April 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Precision Aviation Group (PAG), a leading global provider of aftermarket aviation and aerospace services, today announced that EFIX and PAG Australia have been added to the Safran Electrical & Power Authorized Repair Center (ARC) Network, further expanding PAG's global OEM authorized repair capabilities.
With the addition of EFIX and PAG Australia, PAG now operates five Authorized Repair Centers within the Safran Electrical & Power ARC Network for its DC Generators and GCU, reinforcing the company's commitment to providing high-quality, OEM-approved MRO support across key global regions.
The five PAG companies authorized within the Safran Electrical & Power ARC Network include:
- Precision Aviation Group (PAG) – Atlanta, Georgia, USA
- PAI Canada – British Columbia, Canada
- Tuner Aviation – Glasgow, Scotland
- EFIX – Brazil
- PAI Australia – Queensland, Australia
"This expansion reflects the continued investment we're making across our Component Services organization to meet OEM standards while supporting customers where they operate," said Jordan Webber, Vice President of Component Services at Precision Aviation Group. "Adding EFIX and PAG Australia to the Safran Electrical & Power ARC Network allows us to extend trusted, authorized repair and distribution capabilities into new regions while maintaining the quality, consistency, and reliability our customers expect."
Safran Electrical & Power is a global leader in aircraft electrical systems, and its Authorized Repair Center Network is designed to ensure consistent standards of quality, compliance, and performance across approved service providers.
The inclusion of EFIX and PAG Australia enables PAG to offer expanded regional coverage in South America and the Asia-Pacific region, reducing turnaround times while maintaining the highest standards of safety and reliability.
About Precision Aviation Group (PAG)
Precision Aviation Group (PAG) is a leading provider of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) and value-added supply chain services to the aerospace and defense industries. With 26 Repair Stations, 28 locations worldwide, 1,280 employees, and over 1.2 million square feet of production and distribution facilities, PAG offers comprehensive MRO services on more than 200,000 product lines. PAG supports operators in the Airline, Business and General Aviation (BGA), Military, and Rotary Wing markets through its Inventory Supported Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (ISMRO®) business model.
www.precisionaviationgroup.com
About Safran
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is listed on the Euronext Paris stock exchange and is part of the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 indices.
Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has more than 15,500 employees across 13 different countries.
For more information: www.safran-group.com
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ATLANTA, April 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Precision Aviation Group (PAG), a leading global provider of aftermarket aviation and aerospace services, today announced that EFIX and PAG Australia have been added to the Safran Electrical & Power Authorized Repair Center (ARC) Network, further expanding PAG's global OEM authorized repair capabilities.
With the addition of EFIX and PAG Australia, PAG now operates five Authorized Repair Centers within the Safran Electrical & Power ARC Network for its DC Generators and GCU, reinforcing the company's commitment to providing high-quality, OEM-approved MRO support across key global regions.
The five PAG companies authorized within the Safran Electrical & Power ARC Network include:
- Precision Aviation Group (PAG) – Atlanta, Georgia, USA
- PAI Canada – British Columbia, Canada
- Tuner Aviation – Glasgow, Scotland
- EFIX – Brazil
- PAI Australia – Queensland, Australia
"This expansion reflects the continued investment we're making across our Component Services organization to meet OEM standards while supporting customers where they operate," said Jordan Webber, Vice President of Component Services at Precision Aviation Group. "Adding EFIX and PAG Australia to the Safran Electrical & Power ARC Network allows us to extend trusted, authorized repair and distribution capabilities into new regions while maintaining the quality, consistency, and reliability our customers expect."
Safran Electrical & Power is a global leader in aircraft electrical systems, and its Authorized Repair Center Network is designed to ensure consistent standards of quality, compliance, and performance across approved service providers.
The inclusion of EFIX and PAG Australia enables PAG to offer expanded regional coverage in South America and the Asia-Pacific region, reducing turnaround times while maintaining the highest standards of safety and reliability.
About Precision Aviation Group (PAG)
Precision Aviation Group (PAG) is a leading provider of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) and value-added supply chain services to the aerospace and defense industries. With 26 Repair Stations, 28 locations worldwide, 1,280 employees, and over 1.2 million square feet of production and distribution facilities, PAG offers comprehensive MRO services on more than 200,000 product lines. PAG supports operators in the Airline, Business and General Aviation (BGA), Military, and Rotary Wing markets through its Inventory Supported Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (ISMRO®) business model.
www.precisionaviationgroup.com
About Safran
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is listed on the Euronext Paris stock exchange and is part of the CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 indices.
Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has more than 15,500 employees across 13 different countries.
For more information: www.safran-group.com
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Precision Aviation Group Expands Safran Electrical & Power Authorized Repair Center Network to Five Global Facilities
