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A 14-year-old riding an e-bike north on Olney Street ran a red light at the Balboa Avenue intersection and was struck by a westbound driver, dying later at the hospital. Friends mourned at the scene, and the incident raises safety concerns as San Diego has begun limiting e-bike use for riders under 12.
A 14-year-old boy riding an e-bike was struck by a westbound Tesla Model 3 at the Balboa Avenue and Olney Street intersection in Pacific Beach after entering Balboa on a red light. He died at a hospital; police said alcohol was not a factor.
A crackdown on e-bike crime in Westminster has led to 187 arrests, while Karnell Kelly, 25, died after entering the Grand Union Canal near Kensal Road in west London near the Notting Hill Carnival.
A 26-year-old man riding an electric bike was killed in Vista after crossing South Melrose Drive against a red light and being struck by a northbound vehicle. The driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with investigators, and authorities said drugs or alcohol were not factors.
Como’s mayor announced a September ban that requires cyclists to dismount and walk in about 30 streets of the historic centre, prompted by a collision with an e-bike. The rule applies to all bikes and has triggered protests from cyclists and critics who say it targets ordinary riders and deliveries, while supporters argue it enhances pedestrian safety in a tourist-heavy area.
Newark police are seeking the public's help identifying a man who suffered a serious head injury after crashing an electric bicycle into a guardrail at Van Buren and North Clinton streets. He was found unresponsive, treated on scene, and airlifted to Strong Memorial Hospital; the crash is under investigation and the man had no identification.
Electronic CVTs for e-bikes use two motors and a planetary gearset to provide a wide, continuous gear range with on-the-fly shifting, potentially improving cadence and weight distribution while eliminating derailleur changes. Early prototypes from Owuru, Gabao and Avinox look promising in quiet operation and shifting smoothness, but the tech is unproven off-road, heavier, and efficiency and regulatory hurdles remain; mainstream adoption will depend on real-world performance and market demand.
A hands‑on test compares wearing the Hypershell X Ultra S exoskeleton on a regular bike to using an e‑bike. Across three rides, the exoskeleton offered limited performance gains, caused discomfort, and did not noticeably improve speed or heart rate versus the e‑bike, suggesting it isn’t a true replacement for an e‑bike for most riders—though it could help a former cyclist regain pedal effort at about $1,999.
Juiced Bikes’ Scrambler line (Hardtail and Full Suspension) is now shipping in the US after the brand’s relaunch under Lectric eBikes’ team, featuring a 750W rear hub motor up to 28 mph, 52V 19.2Ah (Hardtail offers a dual-battery option), UL-certified batteries, 4-piston hydraulic brakes, and upgraded suspension, with Hardtail at $1,699 and Full Suspension at $1,899 as the relaunch accelerates.
Durham police charged 26-year-old Joseph Savarino with felony death by motor vehicle, involuntary manslaughter and failure to reduce speed in the crash that killed 15-year-old Cardinal Gibbons freshman Jack O’Shea, who was riding an e-bike. Savarino had previously faced a misdemeanor DWI and recorded a BAC of 0.11% about 3 hours 45 minutes after the crash; he posted $100,000 bond, surrendered his license, and was released as the Durham County DA’s Office pursued the new charges following a thorough investigation.
A 15-year-old riding an e-bike was killed in Durham when an SUV struck him; the driver, 26-year-old Joseph Savarino—Coach K’s grandson—was charged with Driving While Impaired, and police are seeking information.
A Durham man, Joseph Savarino, 26, the grandson of former Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski, is charged with driving while impaired after his vehicle struck a 15-year-old riding an electronic bicycle; the victim, Jack O'Shea, died at the scene. Police say Savarino had a 0.11 blood-alcohol content and admitted drinking earlier that night. He posted bond on a $100,000 secured bond, and a judge ordered his license revoked. The case is also noted for Krzyzewski family ties and the boy’s family mourning his loss.
Rising e-bike injuries across the U.S. have stakeholders debating whether safer streets and protected bike lanes or licensing/registration schemes like Priscilla’s Law will most effectively curb crashes, as cities weigh enforcement, costs and equity concerns; injuries have surged from about 1,600 in 2018 to 23,000 in 2022, with NYC reporting 901 e-bike injuries in 2025.
Governor Murphy signed S4834/A6235 to regulate electric bicycles in New Jersey, expanding coverage to all e-bikes and requiring licensing, registration, and insurance for riders; minimum ages are 17 with a valid driver’s license or 15 with a motorized bicycle license, and motorists must exercise caution around e-bikes. The measure, spurred by fatal crashes, updates safety rules for the first time in six years.
Some Amish communities are expanding from horse-drawn buggies to e-bikes, with about two-thirds of churches allowing them. They view e-bikes as practical transportation that can be charged with limited electricity or solar, helping mobility and family time, while a minority oppose them over concerns they could hasten a shift toward cars and erode traditional skills.