It is long past time to regulate e-bikes, for the safety of motorists, pedestrians and the bike riders themselves. Too many people are getting hurt.
E-bikes have exploded in popularity in recent years (over 1 million were sold in 2022), to the point where they are ubiquitous on the streets – and sidewalks – of every city and town in the region. Once seen as a great way to get around without a car (they still are), they’re now also looked upon as a dangerous nuisance. The police notes of local departments are littered with reports of incidents involving the vehicles.
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