Complaints about young riders on e-bikes and scooters are piling up in Sartell, Minnesota. Police say the number of calls has exploded, with residents reporting kids riding dangerously on roads, trails, and sidewalks. Now, city leaders are looking at creating a local ordinance to set clearer rules. Police Ask Parents to Step In Police Chief…
Kauaʻi County in Hawaii is stepping up its game on e-bike safety. County officials are pushing Bill 2972. It’s aimed at keeping riders—and others—safer on the island’s streets. What the Bill Would Do Council Chair Mel Rapozo said lawmakers can’t wait for statewide action. He’s seen children riding dangerously—sometimes with another kid riding on the same…
Electric bike rules in Virginia Beach are changing in 2025 as city officials try to reduce speeding and safety issues along the oceanfront. Rising e-bike use has led to more complaints from pedestrians and families on the Boardwalk. Riders should understand local rules to avoid fines and stay safe. If you are new to e-bike…
Grayslake, Illinois police are preparing to crack down on unsafe use of e-bikes and e-scooters. The focus is safety and education, not banning riders altogether. The village board recently directed police to enforce state laws more closely. Leaders say this is about public health and community safety. What the Rules Say Grayslake is a non-home…
If you’ve been waiting for an affordable Bosch-powered e-bike, Raleigh has just delivered. The new Captus blends three big things riders want: name-brand parts, comfort-focused design, and a price that doesn’t sting. At £1,899 (about $2,400 USD), this is one of the cheapest ways to ride with a Bosch mid-drive motor. Motor and Battery The…
A UK police officer who was driving a van near two teenagers who died in a Cardiff, UK, e-bike crash has a case to answer for gross misconduct, investigators have ruled. The boys, Kyrees Sullivan (16) and Harvey Evans (15), died when their e-bike crashed on Snowden Road in the Ely area of Cardiff in…
Maryland wants to let more people ride e‑bikes on public trails. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has proposed new rules. These changes could open up state parks and forests to more riders — but safely. What’s New Currently, only two state trails — the Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail and the Western Maryland…
The Genesee River in Rochester, New York had some unusual visitors this weekend. Not fish. Not kayaks. But shared scooters and e-bikes, pulled up by a crane near Broad Street. They didn’t look like the scooters and bikes we see rolling around town. These were dripping with water. Caked in mud. Tangled in weeds and…
Big changes are hitting the e-bike world. German premium e-bike maker Riese & Müller has stopped shipping bikes to the United States. The company blames new steel tariffs — and the messy, unpredictable trade rules behind them. Why the Pause? Riese & Müller told US dealers this week that it’s hitting pause “for the foreseeable…
Denver wants you to ride more and drive less. The city’s Office of Climate Action, Sustainability, and Resiliency just reopened its popular e-bike rebate program — and the savings are huge. Residents can now get: There’s a limit: the rebate can’t cover more than 80% of the bike’s price before sales tax. But here’s the…
Starting August 30, new rules for electric bikes and scooters will take effect in Glencoe, Illinois. The Village Board approved the ordinance on Wednesday after months of discussion about safety concerns. Why the New Rules? Glencoe leaders reviewed how nearby towns like Deerfield and Highland Park handle e-bikes and e-scooters. They saw an increase in…
On Sunday morning in south Reno, Nevada, a bicyclist was hospitalized after being struck by a juvenile riding an illegal electric motorcycle on the sidewalk. According to the Reno Police Department, two juveniles were riding unlicensed electric motorcycles without proper equipment when one of them hit a bicyclist. The cyclist suffered minor injuries and was…
One block in Manhattan’s East Village is overflowing with e-bikes. Neighbors say more than 125 delivery bikes line East 10th Street, crammed against curbs, into corrals, and even spilling into the roadway. City workers have already stepped in, but the problem hasn’t gone away. What the City Tried Earlier this summer, the NYPD and Department…
Police in Sunderland, UK, say they’ve confiscated the fastest e-bike they’ve ever seen. The bike was reported to be capable of hitting speeds as high as 83.2 mph. That’s over five times the legal e-bike speed limit in the UK. A Dangerous DIY Build Images released by Northumbria Police show the bike was not a…
Parents across Orange County, California are worried.Neighbors are filing complaints.City councils are changing rules. The issue: teens on e-bikes riding fast, breaking basic road rules, and creating close calls for drivers and pedestrians. A recent Daily Pilot “Mailbag” letter from Newport Beach captured the mood: kids speeding on e-bikes, risky maneuvers, and frayed nerves on…
Tern Bicycles has joined forces with Upway, the refurbished e-bike marketplace, to make upgrading your ride easier and greener. The new trade-in program launched on August 17, 2025 at select U.S. Tern dealers. This partnership lets riders bring in almost any e-bike, get instant credit, and apply it directly to a brand-new Tern. How the…
Effective August 18, 2025, the U.S. has expanded its tariffs on steel imports. Now, many products—including steel-framed e-bikes, cargo e-bikes, and trainers—must pay up to 50% tariff on their steel components. Imports from the UK are subject to a reduced 25% rate. This change results from the Commerce Department adding hundreds of product codes to…
The Arizona desert is beautiful, but it can also be dangerous. Extreme heat, rugged terrain, and long trails make rescues tough for firefighters. Walking into these conditions puts crews at risk while precious time ticks away for people in need. Now, Scottsdale firefighters have found a smarter way to respond. They’ve added off-road electric bikes…
On August 13, 2025, the community of East Haven was shaken by the sudden loss of Frederic W. Sternberg Jr., a 65-year-old husband, brother, and retired worker at Autopart International. Sternberg’s life ended in a tragic e-bike crash near Mill Street and Foxon Road (Route 80), a reminder of both the promise and the peril…
Ebikes are changing the way people explore the world.They’re fast, quiet, and surprisingly powerful — perfect for going farther than you thought possible. We asked riders where their ebikes have taken them.The answers? Wild. Inspiring. And sometimes unbelievable. From African wildlife parks to the beaches of Florida, here are five real stories from people who…
Florida is doing something unexpected:some schools are now teaching kids how to ride e-bikes and scooters safely.It’s a smart step forward—and it could set a powerful example. What’s New Bike Walk Central Florida, working with Best Foot Forward and Orange County Public Schools, recently launched a safety pilot at Dover Shores Neighborhood Center.The program taught…
Chicago is seeing more riders on two wheels. But not all of them are the same. Traditional e-bikes share streets and sidewalks with a new group of fast electric motorcycles, also called e-motos. The mix is creating tension, confusion, and safety risks. What’s the Problem? E-bikes are designed for pedaling with electric assist. Most stop…
A family’s fun day out on e-bikes turned into a rescue mission last Thursday, August 14, near West Yellowstone, Montana. The family of three had been riding through the national forest and exploring the scenic Two Top trails, about 12 miles west of town, when both their e-bikes ran out of battery. With no way…
After months of rumors about its collapse, Cowboy says it’s here to stay.The Brussels-based e-bike maker has secured short-term funding to keep going — and a bigger lifeline from Rebirth Group Holding that could secure its future for the long haul. Close Call Cowboy had been showing worrying signs. New e-bikes were taking months to…
Starting tomorrow, Arlington, VA residents will have a new reason to get excited about electric bikes. The county is rolling out an e-bike voucher program to help more people switch to this cleaner, greener way of getting around. How It Works The program is offering about 250 vouchers that can be used at select local…