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Don’t Buy Your Child an E-Bike Without Understanding the Risks

New research and county health data released this year point to a sharp rise in serious and fatal e-bike crashes among children and teenagers, pushing doctors, safety researchers and California…

Tommi Jo Mejer Charged for Manslaughter After Son’s E-Bike Crash

Tommi Jo Mejer of Aliso Viejo faces up to nearly eight years in prison for allegedly putting a deadly machine in the hands of her 14-year-old son — and then…

Do You Need a License for an Electric Bike?

Key Takeaways  Most electric bikes in the United States do not require a driver’s license if they meet federal safety definitions.  E-bikes can travel up to 28 mph, reducing reaction time in traffic. …