A police chief in Washington Township, Gloucester County, New Jersey has issued a serious warning after a teen crash involving an electric bike. The teenager, age 15, was riding uphill when the sun blocked his sight. He struck the back of a car and landed hard. His helmet flew about 75 feet. He broke both…
E-bikes are everywhere these days. Students love them because they are quick, fun, and affordable. But now HawaiΚ»iβs 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 HawaiΚ»i leaders are worried Traffic deaths in HawaiΚ»i are rising…
Hackensack, New Jersey β U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) has introduced a federal bill called the S.A.F.E. Ride Act. The goal: reduce e-bike injuries and make riding safer. This comes amid growing concern over crashes involving children across New Jersey. What the S.A.F.E. Ride Act Would Do Gottheimerβs plan has several parts: Why Now How…
New York City has introduced a new rule for e-bikes and e-scooters.The top speed is now 15 mph.The goal: make streets safer for everyone β riders, pedestrians, and drivers. Why the City Chose 15 mph City officials point to a rise in e-bike and e-scooter use.Delivery services are booming.Pedestrian complaints about speeding riders have increased.There…
Connecticut is facing a worrisome trend this year. By Julyβ―26, at least six cyclist deaths had been reportedβmore than triple the fiveβyear average of 1.8 fatalities for that period Roadway deaths overall are actually down. As of midβyear, total traffic fatalities dropped to 131, versus 181 last year. That means cyclists are bucking an encouraging…
E-bikes are popping up everywhereβin parks, on sidewalks, and zipping down neighborhood streets. But in Scottsdale, Arizona, a new ordinance is drawing the line: no riders under 16 on certain electric machines. If you’re under 16, youβre officially banned from riding Class 3 e-bikes or e-motorcycles on city-owned property. These are the faster onesβthink speeds…
Santa Cruz Police Chief Bernie Escalante, a parent of a teenage boy, understands the anxieties that come with a child navigating busy streets on an electric bike. Although his son has recently switched to driving a car, Escalante reflects on the potential risks associated with e-bikes, particularly faster models like the Class 3 bikes, which…
On Monday, August 19th, a heartbreaking accident in Brooklyn claimed the life of a 16-year-old boy riding an e-bike. This tragic event serves as a stark reminder of the growing dangers faced by young people on electric bikes. A recent report by the Consumer Product Safety Commission revealed that children aged 14 and under account…
Electric bikes, or e-bikes, have surged in popularity in recent years, offering a convenient and eco-friendly mode of transportation for people of all ages. While these electric-powered cycles provide numerous benefits, their increasing prevalence has also brought to light growing safety concerns, particularly among young riders. The tragic deaths of teenagers Luke Guetti and Yolanda…
The surging popularity of electric bikes, or e-bikes, has coincided with a growing public concern over their safety. A recent tragic incident involving a teenage boy highlights the dangers these vehicles pose. Fifteen-year-old Luke Guetti lost his life after being struck by a pickup truck while riding an e-bike in the Town of Tonawanda. His…
Local authorities are reporting a concerning uptick in e-bike accidents within the city, with two serious incidents occurring just three days apart. The first collision took place on Tuesday, July 23rd, at the intersection of Bay and Sanford Streets. According to the Glens Falls Police Department, an e-bike rider ran a red light, colliding with…