Letter: Young e-bike riders are putting themselves and others in danger

Speed Limit for E-Bikes?

(New York, NY) — New York City’s Department of Transportation is getting feedback over Mayor Eric Adams’ proposed 15 mile per hour speed limit for e-bikes and e-scooters. Many voiced their support during an online public hearing today, saying many e-bike riders are going all over the place, going too fast and the wrong direction. However, they say it won’t mean much without requiring them to have license plates and registration so cameras can en…

Letter: Young e-bike riders are putting themselves and others in danger

There appears to be no formal training for these young drivers. More importantly, most adults who are currently on the road do not follow the simple rules of the road.

Letter: A Reader Writes About E-Bikes

To the Editor; Allow me to express my thoughts and concern with the proliferation of e-bikes in our neighborhood and the kids (children?) who ride them. I don’t believe I fit the profile of your typical angry neighbor but after several impromptu conversations with others I have come to the conclusion that we’re ignoring an avoidable tragedy waiting to happen. I write in the hope that your attention to the issue might change some minds and hopefu…