Tragedy Prompts First U.S. City to Regulate E-Bikes

A fatal e-bike collision has spurred a California city to enact the nation's first youth e-bike licensing law. This new policy responds to growing safety concerns as e-bike use surges across the United States. The law requires teenagers under 18 to get a special permit to operate an e-bike. To obtain the permit, teens must complete a safety course and pass a written test. Previously, most American cities had no regulations for e-bike riders. The new rules aim to reduce accidents by ensuring young riders understand traffic laws. City officials hope this approach will improve safety for all road users.