Palm Coast, Flagler County crack down on e-bikes after rise in crashes, lawbreaking

Crackdown urged on kids’ reckless e-bike use

Reckless e-bike use by minors endangers public safety. Confiscation, parental fines, and local laws are necessary to enforce rules and prevent injuries or fatalities.

E-bike use rises; Safety experts urge caution and awareness on roads, especially for young riders

E-bikes move faster than traditional bicycles, and safety experts say that comes with a learning curve, especially for younger riders.

Palm Coast, Flagler County crack down on e-bikes after rise in crashes, lawbreaking

Palm Coast and the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office are stepping up enforcement on e-bikes after a surge in crashes and illegal activity. This crackdown follows the recent arrest of two teens who fled deputies on electric off-road bikes.

Cali family wakes up to e-bike battery exploding in their living room

Karol Gajewski via iStockAn early morning explosion forced a Long Beach family to evacuate their home. The incident happened recently, around 4:20 a.m. A lithium battery from one of the kids’ e-bikes suddenly ignited in the living room. Ian and Qiana Mafnas, owners of Axiom Kitchen BBQ in Long Beach, shared the experience on their restaurant’s Instagram. The battery fire started while the family was asleep, but quick action from Ian and their so…

Improving e-bike safety in Lebanon: A call for awareness and action

Lebanon Bicycle Recycle co-director Laurie Crawford outlines safety measures and regulations for e-bike operation in Lebanon, addressing road rules, visibility requirements and proper equipment usage.