John Washington

In recent weeks, the popularity of e-bikes has surged in Hawaii, leading to growing safety concerns. A distressing incident involved a 14-year-old boy who was injured after being pinned beneath a truck while riding his e-bike in Waialua. This alarming event follows

In Jackson, Wyoming, e-bikes have become a popular mode of transportation among residents of all ages. The rise in e-bike usage, particularly among children and teenagers, has prompted local advocacy group Friends of Pathways (FOP) to evaluate and enhance community safety measures.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has raised alarms over the potential hazards posed by generic chargers marketed for e-bikes and other micromobility devices. These “universal” chargers, while seemingly versatile, may not be compatible with every model, even if they physically