The California Air Resources Board (CARB) faced backlash after its first e-bike subsidy application process closed quickly, excluding many eager applicants. In response, CARB will switch to a random drawing method for its second round, set to start April 29. This change is designed to provide all applicants an equal opportunity and address previous technical issues that hindered participation. The program aims to support environmental efforts by subsidizing the purchase of e-bikes. However, concerns still linger over the management by Pedal Ahead, a nonprofit with a troubled history.
The California Air Resources Board's shift to a random drawing for electric bike subsidies aims to provide equal access, following issues experienced during the December rollout.
The launch of the e-bike program raised concerns among applicants, who fear missing out again amid technological barriers that affected last year's application process.
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