Orange Beach has adopted new e-bike and micromobility rules, including reported 15 mph path limits, a 12 mph Backcountry Trail cap, pedestrian slow-down rules, and restrictions on higher-powered e-motos.
Grand Rapids has launched Veo e-bikes and scooters under a new three-year contract, with lower pricing, new vehicle options, and forward-facing radar planned for at least half the fleet.
The National Park Service is proposing broader e-bike access on park roads and a simpler process for opening additional trails. Here’s what riders should know.
Utah’s expanded under-21 e-bike helmet law is already in effect. Here’s what riders and parents need to know about helmets, fines, age restrictions, and upcoming 2027 rules.
Cleveland residents 18+ can apply starting September 1 for a random drawing offering up to 100 e-bike rebates. Here’s who qualifies and what bikes are eligible.
Illinois has created a legal path for some high-speed electric bikes beginning January 1, 2027. Here’s why most 40 mph e-bikes still may not qualify for street use.
ASUS’s Oxiis E250G1 adds friction-drive electric assist to compatible bikes with 500W peak output, USB-C charging and a removable 158.4Wh battery.
Los Angeles City Council ordered a 90-day regulatory review covering e-bikes, e-motos and electric mopeds. The August 25 action did not create new riding restrictions.
Hilliard City Council adopted new e-bike rules August 24 covering youth helmets, enforcement and Class 3 path access. The new provisions are reported to take effect September 23.
Salt Lake County has advanced proposed e-bike rules for trails and pathways in unincorporated areas. The measure passed first reading August 25 but is not yet final law.
Several New Jersey bike shops report sharp e-bike sales declines after new licensing and registration rules took effect, while lawmakers have a proposed alternative on file.
Centennial, Colorado has adopted new rules restricting Class 3 e-bikes on sidewalks and many trails while preserving roadway access and specific trail exceptions.
n+ has revealed more about its Volkswagen-licensed Smart eBike, including a claimed 230-foot radar range, rear camera, connected lighting and September IFA Berlin demonstrations.
Orange County will hold an e-bike and e-moto buyback at Angel Stadium on September 13, with gift cards ranging from $200 to $1,000 depending on vehicle type.
California lawmakers passed AB 2595 and AB 2346, two pending e-bike safety bills covering young riders, local speed limits, sales disclosures, lights and Class 2 speedometers.
Colorado’s income-qualified e-bike rebate returns August 24 with $1,000 for qualifying e-bikes and an extra $300 for eligible cargo or adaptive bikes.
ENGWE has previewed the E26 3.0, a dual-motor fat-tire e-bike with up to 2,000W peak power, 160Nm claimed torque and a September 2 U.S. launch. Here’s what is confirmed so far.
Ride1Up has introduced the Portola 02 folding e-bike starting at $895, with torque-sensing assist, two battery sizes, Find My tracking and updated cargo options.
The bipartisan Safe SPEEDS Act would direct CPSC to create federal e-bike and off-road electric-device classifications, clearer labels, age recommendations and better crash data.
Orange County prosecutors are pursuing some parents in youth e-motorcycle cases as officials nationwide tighten e-bike and e-moto safety efforts.
Obetz, Ohio has adopted new e-bike safety rules requiring helmets for riders under 18, restricting minor passengers, and adding parental responsibility provisions.
La Mesa, California has moved beyond its 60-day warning period. Beginning August 11, violations of its under-12 Class 1 and Class 2 e-bike rule may result in a $25 citation.
San Mateo County supervisors advanced new e-bike and electric micromobility rules with a 5 mph sidewalk limit, fines up to $500 and new enforcement tools. The ordinance still needs to complete the adoption process.
An e-bike was identified as the source of a small garage fire in East Granby early August 9. Firefighters contained the fire and no injuries were reported.
Trumbull officials are developing a local e-bike ordinance after safety complaints involving youth riders. The proposal remains under development, with no final ordinance adopted.