Palm Coast, Florida is rewriting the rules for e-bikes as city leaders respond to growing concerns around safety, enforcement, and how electric bikes are used on public roads and paths. In a 4–1 vote, the Palm Coast City Council approved a revised e-bike ordinance on first reading that lowers the minimum riding age, removes a…
Palm Coast in Florida is considering stricter rules for e-bikes. A draft ordinance has been introduced by the city attorney, with backing from Sheriff Rick Staly. The proposal would go further than state law, aiming to improve public safety Key Proposals Violations could lead to a $100 fine. For off-road style e-cycles, the city may…
Red means stop. But for many riders in the UK’s busiest cities, the message isn’t sinking in. A major study observed more than 7,500 cyclists, 11,000 pedestrians, and 26,000 cars at 80 junctions in London, Manchester, and Glasgow last month. The findings show that red lights are routinely ignored — sometimes by half of all…
Jamestown, New York police urge residents to store e-bikes and bicycles indoors after a surge in thefts involving cut locks and repainted stolen bikes A Rising Problem in Jamestown The Jamestown Police Department (JPD) has issued a warning to residents following a surge in stolen bicycles and e-bikes. Reports indicate that thieves are cutting through…
A community in Warwick Township, Pennsylvania is reeling after a tragic e-bike accident left a high school junior critically injured. The Crash On Thursday evening, around 6:40 p.m., 11th grader Will Fenninger was riding his e-bike near Forney Fields on Church Road. Police said he was struck by a vehicle traveling southbound. Warwick United, a…
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…
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…
Norco has issued an urgent recall for its 2025 Sight VLT CX e-mountain bike.The problem: the rear brake insert can come loose, causing brake failure.If that happens, riders could lose control and suffer serious injury. What Riders Must Do Now The recall applies to bikes sold between: Models Covered In Canada, around 55 units were…
San Antonio, Texas is changing the way people get around—one e-bike at a time. The city has launched a new electric bike program focused on helping low-income families. More than 200 residents have already received $1,000 vouchers to buy an e-bike, thanks to a partnership with Pedal Guerrero Bike Store on the city’s Northwest Side….
E-bikes may soon be unwelcome in Clifton Park’s green spaces. The Town Board in Clifton Park, NY is planning a public hearing to discuss banning e-bikes in municipal parks and nature preserves. The move comes after what officials say is a rise in complaints about the bikes. “This is a public hearing to consider making…
E-bikes are everywhere—coasting through greenways, cruising beach towns, zipping alongside traffic. But in North Carolina, where their popularity is rising fast, the rules haven’t quite kept up. Now, a bill introduced by Sen. Michael Lee (R-New Hanover) is stirring the pot. It proposes a statewide system to classify e-bikes and gives local governments new powers…
The City of Santa Barbara has officially updated its municipal code to include e-bike regulations, granting police officers the discretion to cite riders for unsafe behavior. The changes, which have been in development for months, also introduce a youth diversion program aimed at educating young riders and addressing reckless riding that has raised concerns among…
Governor Gavin Newsom has officially taken action on all 600 bills that landed on his desk in 2024, signing some into law and vetoing others. Of the bills backed by CalBike, seven received his signature while two were vetoed. Unfortunately, eight other CalBike-supported bills did not make it through the legislative process. However, there were…
In the past year, a significant number of illegally modified e-bikes have been confiscated in the City of London, primarily belonging to food delivery riders seeking to enhance their speed. According to Sergeant Stuart Ford, head of the City of London Police’s cycle response unit, these modifications are often made to facilitate quicker deliveries. Recent…
The Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate (ILT) has recently seized over 16,500 illegal fatbikes from Chinese manufacturers at the Port of Rotterdam. These fatbikes, disguised as electric bikes, have been identified as “unapproved mopeds” due to their capability to reach dangerously high speeds. Additionally, the ILT has confiscated 1,000 unapproved mopeds from distribution centers of…
As we look for ways to reduce our carbon footprint and enhance the sustainability of our transportation systems, encouraging more people to cycle—whether on electric bikes or traditional bicycles—proves to be highly effective. Cycling not only cuts emissions but also boosts overall health and well-being. However, ensuring the safety of cyclists is crucial to promoting…
In recent years, the cycling world has witnessed a remarkable surge in the popularity of electric bikes, or e-bikes, as they offer an innovative solution to urban commuting, recreational riding, and even long-distance touring. With their pedal-assist or throttle-driven motors, e-bikes have revolutionized the way people experience cycling, attracting riders of all ages and abilities….