Semi-solid-state batteries, a hybrid between liquid and solid-state technology, offer improved safety and longevity over traditional lithium-ion batteries. Companies like Kuxiu, Ride1Up, and Giant are adopting them for power banks and e-bikes, driven partly by stricter regulations in China.
The Netherlands is trialing a 12mph (20km/h) cycling speed limit in Houten to address a 14% rise in cyclist deaths and increasing accidents, as diverse road users and e-bikes overcrowd cycle paths.
Beijing's revised regulations for non-motorized vehicles have led to a 92.5% helmet-wearing rate for e-bikes, a 38.3% increase from April's average. Fatalities from non-motorized vehicle accidents have significantly decreased by 17 people, with a 70.8% reduction in non-motorized vehicle fatalities attributed to the new rules.
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) SA is urging a ban on children under 16 riding e-bikes due to a rise in injuries and fatalities. They also call for mandatory sales standards and lower speed limits.
A proposed 10 km/h speed limit for e-mobility on footpaths should only apply in high pedestrian zones and not on shared paths, a Queensland parliamentary committee has recommended.
A proposed 10 km/h speed limit for e-mobility on footpaths should only apply in high pedestrian zones and not on shared paths, a Queensland parliamentary committee has recommended.
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Das Hongkonger Startup Cyplore bietet einen Nachrüstsatz an, der konventionelle Fahrräder in E-Bikes verwandelt. Der Nabenmotor wiegt nur 1,7 Kilogramm, leistet 250 Watt mit 23 Newtonmeter Drehmoment und soll bis 25 km/h (EU) bzw. 32 km/h (US) unterstützen. Der 111-Wh-Akku wird am Unterrohr befestigt und bietet 50 Kilometer Reichweite. Die Kickstarter-Kampagne hat bereits über 1,5 Millionen Hongkong-Dollar von 225 Unterstützern erhalten.
Laut Statistischem Bundesamt ist der Anteil der Fahrradfahrer an den Verkehrstoten im vergangenen Jahr erneut gestiegen. Vor allem ältere Menschen auf E-Bikes sind demnach gefährdet.
Cycling advocates say as long as the electric dirt bikes are sold for use on private land, they won't have to meet the stringent requirements of regular e-bikes.
The City of Hobart said e-bikes were a safer alternative to the e-scooters, which have continued to draw safety concerns from residents and visitors.
