Worthington, Ohio Delays E-Bike Restrictions as Council Seeks Changes to Age and Helmet Rules
Worthington City Council voted 7-0 to postpone proposed e-bike restrictions. Here’s what could change and when council plans to reconsider the ordinance.
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Norwalk Schools Consider Student E-Bike Restrictions After Four Serious Crashes
Norwalk Public Schools is reviewing restrictions on student e-bikes and scooters following serious crashes and battery-safety concerns. Here’s what families should know.
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Carlsbad Unified Adopts E-Bike Permit and Safety Rules for Students
Carlsbad Unified has adopted new student e-bike rules requiring permits and safety training for eligible riders while restricting younger riders and e-motos.
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Coral Springs, FL Reports 86 E-Device Crashes, 60 Involving Riders Ages 12-17
Coral Springs officials report 86 e-device crashes since January, with 60 involving riders ages 12-17 and no helmet reported in 66 incidents.
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Matthews, North Carolina Adopts New E-Bike and E-Moto Rules
Matthews adopted new e-bike and e-moto rules covering device classifications, sidewalks, greenways, speed limits and escalating civil citations.
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Mentor, Ohio Adopts New E-Bike Helmet, Passenger, and Passing Rules
Mentor City Council approved three e-bike safety measures covering helmets, passenger seating, and audible warnings when riders pass pedestrians.
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Wellington, FL Begins E-Bike Warnings Under New Age, ID and Speed Rules
Wellington begins written warnings September 15 under new e-bike rules covering rider age, photo ID, sidewalk speeds, bridle trails and park access.
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E-Bike Lights Not Working? Headlight, Taillight and Brake-Light Troubleshooting
Headlight, taillight, brake light or turn signals not working? Use the failure pattern to narrow the problem safely before replacing a lamp, controller or other electrical part.
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E-Bike Battery Won’t Unlock? How to Free a Battery Stuck in the Frame Safely
If your e-bike battery won’t unlock or is stuck in the frame, start with these safe checks for the key, latch, cover, alignment, and battery damage – plus when to stop and call a shop.
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E-Bike Battery Management Systems Explained: What a BMS Does and Why It Matters
An e-bike BMS monitors and protects the battery pack. Learn how voltage, current, temperature, cell balancing, shutdowns, troubleshooting, and battery safety work.
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Why Does My E-Bike Chain Keep Falling Off? Causes, Fixes, and When to Stop Riding
If your e-bike chain keeps falling off, the cause may be derailleur adjustment, a bent hanger, drivetrain wear, chainline, chain length, wheel installation, or incompatible parts. Here is how I would narrow it down safely.
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Hilliard, Ohio Adopts New E-Bike Helmet and Class 3 Path Rules
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.
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California Legislature Passes Two Major E-Bike Safety Bills, Governor Action Is Next
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.
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Safe SPEEDS Act Would Require Federal E-Bike and E-Moto Classification and Labeling Rules
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.
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San Mateo County Adopts E-Bike Rules With 5 MPH Sidewalk Limit and Fines
San Mateo County adopted Ayden’s Ordinance, setting a 5 mph sidewalk limit, fines up to $500 and new micromobility enforcement rules effective January 1, 2027.
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Alaska E-Bike Laws: Classes, Helmets, Sidewalks, Trails, and Local Rules
Alaska does not have a simple statewide three-class e-bike system. This guide explains the current state framework, Anchorage rules, licensing, helmets, trails, cities, campuses, and ferry considerations.
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Trumbull, Connecticut, Considers Local E-Bike Ordinance After Safety Complaints
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.
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New York City Council Announces Sweeping E-Bike and E-Scooter Safety Review
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.
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Amazon and Luckeep Face $1 Million Lawsuit Over Alleged E-Bike Brake Failure
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…
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California E-Bike Injuries Rose Sharply, UC San Diego Study Finds
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.
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Orlando Police Warn After E-Bike Riders Disrupt Traffic
Orlando police issued a warning after a July 18 gathering of juveniles on e-bikes and other motorized devices allegedly disrupted traffic and delayed emergency vehicles.
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Hawaii Governor Signs Stricter E-Bike Law
HONOLULU, Hawaii — July 15, 2026 – Hawaii Governor Josh Green has signed House Bill 2021 into law as Act 259, creating updated statewide regulations for electric bicycles, electric scooters, electric micro-mobility devices, mopeds, electric motorcycles, and high-powered electric devices. The legislation is intended to close gaps in Hawaiʻi’s previous laws as electric bikes and…
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Amazon and UL Win Lawsuit Over False E-Bike UL Certification Claims
Amazon and UL have obtained a consent judgment and permanent injunction in a lawsuit involving alleged false UL certification claims on certain e-bikes and e-scooters sold online. According to Bicycle Retailer and Industry News, the case ended with a court order signed by U.S. District Judge Jamal N. Whitehead in the U.S. District Court for…
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Park City, Utah E-Bike Singletrack Rules: Why Most E-MTBs Aren’t Allowed Unless You’re 65+
Park City, Utah is known for world-class mountain biking, beautiful singletrack, and a huge trail network that draws riders from all over the country. But there is one rule that surprises a lot of electric bike riders: most e-bikes are not allowed on Park City singletrack trails. According to Canadian Cycling Magazine, Park City’s trail…
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Malfunctioning Lithium-Ion Battery Sparks Fire at Austin, Texas E-Bike Shop
A malfunctioning lithium-ion battery caused a fire at an electric bike shop in Austin, Texas, on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, according to the Austin Fire Department. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but the incident serves as another reminder of why proper e-bike battery safety is so important. While lithium-ion battery fires remain relatively uncommon compared…
