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Power Play: City Can Now Padlock Businesses Violating Lithium-Ion Battery Rules
The city can now forcibly close repeat offender shops that sell illegal lithium-ion batteries. But will it?
Gale Brewer Flips on E-Bike Registration Due To ‘Nasty’ Pressure
The former Manhattan borough president says she supports banning e-bikes from parks and a state campaign to require licensing.
Make No Mistake: The 2024 Pedestrian Death Crisis is Due to Driving
Between Jan. 1 and Sept. 23, 87 pedestrians were killed, up from 68 in the same period last year — an increase of 28 percent.
Opinion: Worried About E-Bike Safety? Make the Roads Safer First
Opponents co-opted the outdoor dining regulatory process. Advocates must address e-bike safety concerns — for the sake of all vulnerable street users — or risk the same fate.
The River Wild: Bikes and Scooters Are Ending Up Six Feet Under in The Bronx
The Bronx River Alliance has pulled 410 scooters and e-bikes out of the river since July 2023. What the hell?!
Friday’s Headlines: ‘Buses and E-Bikes and Raids, Oh My’ Edition
Wow, what a busy day of revanchism it was! Plus other news..
Skeptics Question City Plan to Allow E-Bike Charging Stations on the Sidewalk
A new rule proposed by the city would allow building owners to put e-bike battery charging hubs on the sidewalk, but why not in the roadway?
DOT Will Fast-Track Private Sidewalk E-Bike Charging Stations
The mayor announced a new sidewalk e-bike charging station initiative, along with progress on the e-bike battery swap program and more money to FDNY for educational outreach.
Moped and E-Bike Safety Legislation Becomes State Law
Retailers must register mopeds at the point of sale, in addition to giving new owners safety information, under new legislation signed by Gov. Hochul on Thursday.
‘The Moped Crisis’: Bill Doubling Fines For Unauthorized Dealers Passes Senate
"[The bill] will help alleviate some of the challenges we see around mopeds,” said Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas, who is co-sponsoring the bill in her chamber.