Accidents involving e-bikes, scooters, and other electric rideables are climbing sharply in Northern Virginia. Loudoun County is seeing one of the biggest jumps. Local officials are raising alarms — and launching a safety push. The Numbers The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office reports a 70% increase in crashes involving pedestrians, bicycles, e-bikes, and electric scooters in…
A new hum has taken over South Charlotte streets. It isn’t a car engine. It’s the roar of electric bikes—some hitting 50 mph. Neighbors are rattled. “There are lots of middle schoolers doing wheelies, not paying attention. They’re in the streets,” one parent reported. Through Nextdoor and other community apps, posts fly: blurry photos. Warnings. Close…
Parents in one New York town might soon find themselves footing the bill for their kids’ 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-bikes—and town leaders have had enough. E-bikes have exploded in popularity across the U.S. They’re…
In New York City, riding an e-bike through a red light doesn’t just cost you a ticket — it could land you in court. That’s exactly what happened to Ivan Boston. He’s a 56-year-old construction worker who ran a red light on his e-bike. Thought it was a simple traffic ticket. Headed to the DMV…
If you’re cruising the trails or sidewalks in unincorporated parts of Murrieta or Temecula, heads up — Riverside County, California is moving to tighten the rules on where e-bikes can go. A new E-Bike Safety Ordinance, backed by the county Board of Supervisors, is aiming to rein in unsafe riding behavior and keep shared public…
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…
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…