Barrington, Rhode Island, Approves New E-Bike and E-Scooter Restrictions on Town Property
Barrington, Rhode Island, approves new restrictions on e-bikes and e-scooters on town-owned public property. Here’s what local riders should know.
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Brentwood, California, Moves Toward New E-Bike Rules After Safety Complaints
Brentwood, California, is developing a proposed e-bike ordinance addressing trails, sidewalks, younger riders and safety. No new ordinance has been adopted.
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Salt Lake City Considers New E-Bike Trail Rules Ahead of November Hearing
Salt Lake City is considering new e-bike rules for city-managed trails and paths. A public hearing is planned for November 10, with tentative council action November 17.
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Glasgow, Kentucky, Approves E-Bike and E-Scooter Rules for Young Riders
Glasgow has approved new local regulations for electric bikes and scooters, including helmet requirements for minors, Class 3 age restrictions, sidewalk rules, and additional riding safety measures.
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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 Approves Stricter E-Bike Rules and Reckless Riding Fines
Trumbull approved tougher e-bike and e-scooter rules September 9, including $100 first-offense and $200 repeat-offense fines for reckless riding.
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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.
