Electric bicycles or e-bikes are increasing in popularity in communities across the country.
New incentive programs and growth in e-bike options have made e-bike ownership more accessible. E-bikes can serve people with a wide range of physical abilities and make longer trips on bike more feasible. With the growth in the number of e-bikes in communities, there are increased needs for educating cyclists on safe use and increased demand for infrastructure for bicycles.
Resources
California Bicycle Coalition
Explains California’s rules and regulations pertaining to e-bikes.
PeopleForBikes and League of American Bicyclists
Online, self-paced training on e-bike safety and usage.
California Highway Patrol
E-bike safety information and an online, self-paced training on e-bike usage.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center
Provides links to resources, examples, and related webinars.