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.
Accell Group’s Dutch entities were declared bankrupt on August 11, 2026, while Raleigh, Lapierre and other international businesses follow different restructuring paths. Here is what the developing situation means for riders, dealers and major Accell brands.
New York City has ordered 42 online retailers to stop selling prohibited high-speed e-bikes, e-motos and scooters to city residents. Here is what the action covers and what buyers should check.
The New York City Council will hold a September 30 hearing on e-bike and e-scooter safety, including Class 3 sales, delivery apps, enforcement, and street design.
A Virginia Beach woman has filed a $1 million product liability lawsuit against Amazon and ZX Motors Inc., the company that operates the Luckeep e-bike brand in the United States. The lawsuit alleges that the brakes on a newly purchased folding e-bike failed during the rider’s first trip, causing her to crash and suffer facial…
Also says its delayed TM-B Launch Edition e-bikes are moving to a U.S. warehouse, with customer deliveries scheduled to begin in August and continue into September.
Deltona adopted an under-18 e-bike restriction, but the Volusia County sheriff has paused enforcement while seeking clarification. Here is what the ordinance requires.
Jacksonville Ordinance 2026-570 would restrict riders under 11 on specified public riding areas and city-owned property, establish a 10 mph sidewalk limit, and add equipment and enforcement rules. The proposal remains in committee.
A statewide UC San Diego study found a sharp increase in reported California e-bike injury collisions, with younger riders and more severe injuries standing out.
Massachusetts senators advanced proposed speed tiers, electrical safety standards, age restrictions and a 20 mph shared-path limit. H.5576 is back before the House and is not yet law.
Escondido sent its proposed e-bike ordinance back for revisions after residents and cycling groups questioned its age restrictions, trail rules and enforcement provisions.
Trek has adopted voluntary U.S. speed standards that limit its electric mountain bikes to Class 1 while allowing 20 mph and 28 mph pavement-bike configurations.
Houston-area constables are asking school districts to restrict high-powered, unregistered electric motorcycles on campuses. The requests do not target lawful Class 1, 2, or 3 e-bikes.
CPSC has proposed mandatory federal safety requirements for e-bike batteries, chargers, replacement packs, and conversion kits. The proposal remains under review, with comments due August 24, 2026.
Orange County Public Schools approved new e-bike and e-scooter restrictions for 2026-27. Elementary and middle school students are barred from bringing the devices, while eligible high-school students need a license or learner’s permit and must follow registration and campus rules.
CPSC is warning owners to stop using Ridstar Q20 and Q20 Lite e-bikes after 32 front-wheel detachments and 31 reported injuries. The newer warning is separate from the earlier Ridstar battery fire warning.
Eligible Boston, Massachusetts residents can apply through August 3 for e-bike vouchers worth up to $1,500, plus $150 for approved safety equipment.
Riese & Müller will end its U.S. business activities July 31, 2026. Here is what owners and buyers should know about orders, inventory, parts, warranties, and dealer support.
A 9-year-old boy was injured while riding a reported e-bike in Darby Borough, Pennsylvania. Here is what is known, what remains unclear, and how the state’s minimum-age rule may apply.
Williamson County Schools in Tennessee will require grades 3-12 to complete e-bike safety training with a parent, register their device and display a school-issued identification tag before riding to campus.
Everett City Council approved new e-bike rules covering youth helmets, Class 3 bikes, downtown sidewalks, shared-use paths, speed modifications and penalties. The publication and effective dates were not yet confirmed as of July 25.
Sunny Isles Beach has adopted new e-bike rules requiring riders to be at least 16, carry photo ID and stay off sidewalks. Citations begin August 16, 2026.