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Mastering the art of e-bike riding requires understanding how to balance speed with safety...

The e-bike industry has taken a significant leap forward in environmental stewardship with the launch of a groundbreaking recycling initiative for e-bike batteries...

  In 2023, electric bicycles and e-scooters witnessed unprecedented growth in ridership. However, this surge in popularity has been accompanied by an increase in regulations, including some notable bans. This article examines these developments and their implications for the future of urban mobility. New York City's Safety Measures One of the year's major regulatory shifts occurred in New York City, where a ban on the sale of electric bikes lacking UL-compliant batteries was implemented. Triggered by a series of dangerous fires attributed to substandard e-bike batteries, the city provided a six-month grace period before enforcing the ban. In response, manufacturers like Rad Power Bikes quickly introduced UL-compliant batteries to adhere to the new requirements. Paris: From E-Scooters to E-Bikes In...

Exploring U.S. national parks on an electric bike (e-bike) can be an exhilarating experience, but it's important to understand the rules and regulations regarding e-bike use on these federal lands...

2023 stands as a pivotal year where the practicality and appeal of e-bikes shone brightly, potentially signaling a long-term shift in how we approach urban mobility and...

It's not just electric cars making waves in the fight against oil dependency; electric bikes and mopeds are playing a monumental role...

The CPSC has announced its intention to explore new safety regulations for e-bikes and other related devices. At the recent SHIFT'23 conference, Commissioner Mary T. Boyle unveiled plans to initiate a thorough review process, potentially culminating in new mandates by 2025.

New York City's Mayor Eric Adams is set to approve a groundbreaking initiative aimed at curbing the risks associated with lithium-ion batteries. The city's new legislation focuses on creating an unprecedented, city-administered e-bike trade-in program...

The surge in popularity of eBikes, or electric bikes, has raised a pertinent question: Can riding an eBike help you lose weight? The answers might be more nuanced than a simple 'yes' or 'no'.