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The surge in youth e-bikes—many fast or modifiable to motorcycle speeds—has coincided with more injuries and incidents across California, prompting warnings about proper classifications, retailer actions (including Amazon halting high-speed e-bike sales), parental accountability, and increased hospital admissions (CHLA reporting rising e-bike injuries: eight in 2023, 16 in 2024, 36 in 2025).
Amazon will stop selling e-bikes that exceed California’s 28 mph classification (Class 3), aligning with state law that treats pedal-assist bikes up to 28 mph as bicycles and requires motorcycles licensing for faster models; the move comes amid safety concerns and ongoing debates over e-bike classifications and rider requirements.
Amazon will stop selling certain high-speed e-bikes in California after a spate of deadly crashes, aligning with state limits that pedal-assisted bikes max at 28 mph and throttle-assisted bikes max at 20 mph; the move follows ongoing safety concerns and LA officials’ push to keep e-bikes off most trails, with incidents including a Garden Grove 14-year-old’s death on an e-motorcycle.
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer helped inaugurate City Hall Park’s Deliverista Hub—the first rest and charging station for NYC delivery workers—giving 24/7 access to e-bike batteries, phones, bike repair space, and safety guidance, funded by federal infrastructure money after years of delays and pushed forward by Mayor Zohran Mamdani and labor advocates. The hub is run by the Workers Justice Project in partnership with Los Deliveristas Unidos, with plans for additional hubs across the city amid ongoing safety concerns about lithium-ion batteries.
The Pinkbike team concludes their Arkansas mountain bike field test with a roundtable discussion on their favorite and least favorite bikes tested, sharing insights and inviting listener questions, while promoting their podcast and sponsors.
The Metropolitan Police in Merton conducted Operation Frostwatch, seizing 37 illegal or dangerous e-bikes and scooters, making 57 arrests, recovering weapons, and securing a closure order to combat crime and anti-social behaviour linked to gang activity and street offences.
The article predicts a surge in e-bike brands using the new Avinox motor, a decline in global enduro racing's prominence, and limited adoption of electronic suspension systems in mountain biking, highlighting industry trends and challenges for 2026.
A mother in South Pasadena reports her twin boys' Christmas gift e-bikes, worth $12,000, were stolen from her gated complex on Christmas Day, and she is seeking help to find the suspect.
A 17-year-old from Garwood, New Jersey, has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder after striking and killing two teen girls on e-bikes in Cranford, NJ, in a hit-and-run incident. The victims, best friends, were hit while riding home from a school event and died later that night. The suspect was apprehended after fleeing the scene, and authorities are seeking additional information from the public.
Segway's first U.S. e-bikes, the Xafari and Xyber, offer unique designs and high-end tech, with the Xafari being a versatile Class 2 bike suitable for city and off-road riding, and the Xyber a powerful, off-road-only beast with high speeds and long range, both featuring advanced navigation, security, and connectivity features.
DJI has launched its Amflow electric mountain bikes in the US, featuring the advanced Avinox drive system with a 1000W motor and GaN fast-charging tech, but they come with a high price tag ranging from $7,500 to $10,200. The bikes offer various assist modes and smart connectivity, and DJI is licensing the system to other manufacturers, potentially leading to more affordable options in the future.
Lotte Kopecky criticized Demi Vollering for her lack of respect towards their team, SD Worx-ProTime, as Vollering prepares to join FDJ-Suez. The UCI is considering banning carbon monoxide for performance enhancement due to health concerns. Lapierre is returning to the WorldTour with Team Picnic PostNL, and California is launching a program offering up to $2,000 off e-bikes for eligible buyers. Ben O'Connor plans to race in the Tour de France with realistic expectations against top competitors.
Running influencer Matt Choi has been banned from participating in the New York Marathon due to his use of e-bikes, which violates the event's rules. This decision highlights the marathon's strict adherence to traditional running standards and the importance of fair competition.
Running influencer Matthew Choi has been disqualified from the New York City Marathon and banned from future events after using e-bikes to film his run, violating race rules. Choi, who has a large social media following, apologized for the incident, acknowledging the disruption caused to other runners and accepting full responsibility. Despite the option to appeal, he has chosen not to contest the ban.
Amazon Prime Day has kicked off with significant discounts across various categories, including tech from Samsung, Google, OnePlus, and Motorola, as well as smart home devices, e-bikes, smart TVs, and fashion. Highlights include Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite for $250, Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones for $300, and various e-bikes and power stations at substantial discounts. More deals are expected to roll out over the next two days.