New York City will roll out a new 15 mph speed limit for e-bikes, e-scooters, and pedal-assist commercial bikes on October 24, 2025. The move aims to boost safety. But enforcement methods remain vague โ sparking debate among riders, advocates, and city officials. Whatโs Changing Enforcement: The Big Unknown Though the policy starts on October…
The U.S. bike industry faces another tariff showdown.PeopleForBikes is calling on manufacturers, retailers, and riders to take action against a proposal that could raise import duties on bikes, frames, and e-bikes by 50%.The group says the change would be โcrushingโ for much of the industry. Whatโs Behind the Proposal The push for higher tariffs comes…
Virginia Beach is taking action as e-bikes become more commonโand more controversial.City officials have launched a short-term e-bike task force to tackle safety concerns, review local ordinances, and find practical solutions for riders and pedestrians alike.The goal: make e-biking safer and easier to understand for everyone. Why Virginia Beach Is Acting Now E-bikes have exploded…
Commerce City, Colorado is preparing a new ordinance to address unsafe e-bike, ATV, and dirt bike use on public streets, sidewalks, and parks. Residents say the issue has been growing fast. Teens and young riders are often seen doing wheelies, weaving through cars, or racing in groups. Many locals fear that a serious accident could…
Headlines warning about โe-bike dangersโ are everywhere. But advocacy groups say many of those stories are not really about true e-bikes at all. Instead, theyโre about heavily modified or misclassified vehicles โ machines that look like e-bikes but act like small electric motorcycles. What advocacy groups are saying Real examples from around the country These…
In Minnesotaโs Twin Cities suburbs, a new challenge is emerging: โe-motos.โ These machines are often sold or marketed as e-bikes, but they behave more like mini electric motorcycles. They can reach speeds well above legal e-bike limits, donโt always have pedals, and are stirring confusion, safety concerns, and enforcement challenges. What the law says (or…
E-bikes are everywhere these days. Students love them because they are quick, fun, and affordable. But now Hawaiสปiโs politicians want to tighten the rules. Some want bans on e-bikes at schools. Others call for stronger limits on what kinds of bikes are even legal. Why Hawaiสปi leaders are worried Traffic deaths in Hawaiสปi are rising…
The rules about e-bikes can be confusing. In Anchorage, Alaska, whether you can ride on the sidewalk depends on your bike type and speed. Letโs break it down. Anchorage Rules on Sidewalk Riding Why These Rules Exist Fast e-bikes can move quickly and may be dangerous on crowded sidewalks. The rules separate fast e-bikes (on…
The European Public Prosecutorโs Office (EPPO) has made a big bust. They seized 2,435 shipping containers worth around โฌ250 million in Greece. Many of them held e-bikes and e-scooters. What Happened Whoโs Involved & What Charges Bigger Picture & Related Findings Why It Matters to Others Final Thoughts Operation Calypso is one of the largest…
Boston, Massachusetts City Councilor Ed Flynn is calling for a ban on mopeds and electric bikes (e-bikes) used for third-party food delivery services like Uber Eats, Grubhub, and DoorDash. He says the vehicles are making city streets dangerous and putting pedestrians at risk. Why the Ban Is Being Proposed Flynn argues the city is facing…
New York City lawmakers are targeting the fastest e-bikes on the street. A new bill would ban the sale of Class 3 e-bikes. These bikes use a throttle and can hit 25 miles per hour. Right now, theyโre only legal in NYC. If the bill passes, no street-legal e-bike could go over 20 mph. Why…
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…
Whatโs at Stake On September 9, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to fast-track a pivotal caseโV.O.S. Selections, Inc. v. Trump, alongside Learning Resources v. Trump. The court will decide whether former President Trump lawfully used the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose sweeping โLiberation Dayโ tariffs. Critics argue the president overstepped, exceeding…
When Londonโs Tube network shut down for a second day on September 9, 2025, commuters scrambled for alternatives. Some walked. Many took buses and boats. And lots turned to electric bike-sharing. Record Numbers on the Roads The numbers tell the story. And these werenโt just short hops. Trips grew longer and farther than usual. According…
Bay Village, Ohio, leaders are taking a closer look at e-bikes. Complaints from residents have been piling up, and city officials say itโs time to update the rules. The main concern? Safety. Many people have reported close calls between pedestrians and fast-moving e-bikes on sidewalks. Police Chief Robert Gillespie said the number of crashes is…
Red means stop. But for many riders in the UKโs busiest cities, the message isnโt 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 โ sometimes by half of all…
A new hum has taken over South Charlotte streets. It isnโt a car engine. Itโs the roar of electric bikesโsome hitting 50โฏmph. Neighbors are rattled. โThere are lots of middle schoolers doing wheelies, not paying attention. Theyโre in the streets,โ one parent reported. Through Nextdoor and other community apps, posts fly: blurry photos. Warnings. Close…
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…
Electric bikes are booming in Virginia Beach. But with their growing popularity comes new concerns. City leaders say a rise in accidents and complaints from pedestrians has forced them to take a closer look at how e-bikes are used around the city. The Boardwalk and neighborhood trails are at the center of the debate. Speed…
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 didnโt look like the scooters and bikes we see rolling around town. These were dripping with water. Caked in mud. Tangled in weeds and…
Starting August 19, the University of Miami is putting stricter rules in place for e-bikes, e-scooters, and similar electric rideables. These changes are all about safety. Students and staff will no longer be allowed to ride or park personal electric vehiclesโlike scooters, e-bikes, or hoverboardsโon sidewalks, breezeways, the Foote Green, or any other crowded areas…
Mayor Eric Adams has announced a new plan to crack down on dangerous riding by moped and e-bike delivery workers in New York City. And this time, the focus is on the big delivery apps. Under the new proposal, companies like Uber Eats and Grubhub would have to register with the city and assign unique…
Big news in clean transportโeBliss Global is setting up a factory in Utica, NewโฏYork! This means American-made eโbikes are right around the corner. Whatโs the Plan? Jobs & Community Impact Leadership & Local Support Why Utica? ?Why This Matters ?๏ธ Quick Snapshot Feature Details Announcement Date Julyโฏ23,โฏ2025 Investment โโฏ$4.1โฏmillion Location Harbor Point, Downtown Utica Job…
If you ride an e-bike, you already know the joy of hitting the trails, cruising through neighborhoods, or exploring the countryside with ease. But thereโs one thing that can quickly put a damper on your ride: lifting your heavy e-bike onto a vehicle rack. Enter the EZ Lift Caddyโa smart, user-friendly solution designed to make…
Parents in one New York town might soon find themselves footing the bill for their kidsโ reckless e-bike behavior. East Aurora, a quiet town in Erie County, is cracking down. Why? Too many teens and tweens are running wild on e-bikesโand town leaders have had enough. E-bikes have exploded in popularity across the U.S. Theyโre…
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