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fromwww.bbc.com
6 hours ago

Arrests as e-bikes, phones and machetes seized

This crackdown has seen drugs, weapons and dangerous illegal e-bikes taken off the streets. We know these offences are ones that our communities care about, and they want to see officers taking robust action.
London politics
Bicycling
fromThe Verge
5 hours ago

A sleek, wearable airbag for cyclists is nearly here

A new airbag system integrated into a skinsuit for cyclists aims to enhance rider safety during high-speed races.
#parking-enforcement
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
US news

Hoboken's Camera Program Got Drivers Out of Bike and Bus Lanes - But New Mayor Won't Commit - Streetsblog New York City

New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Rampant Placard Abuse is Mucking Up This Bike Lane in Downtown Brooklyn - Streetsblog New York City

Illegal parking placards are obstructing truck delivery zones and bike lanes in downtown Brooklyn, prompting calls for better enforcement from the Department of Transportation.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
US news

Hoboken's Camera Program Got Drivers Out of Bike and Bus Lanes - But New Mayor Won't Commit - Streetsblog New York City

Design
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
#transportation
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
22 hours ago

Mamdani plans to ban cars on part of Grand Army Plaza, connect arch to Prospect Park

Cars will be banned from the southern edge of Grand Army Plaza to enhance pedestrian access to Prospect Park.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago

The (Somewhat) Amazing Race - Portland Mercury

A race was conducted to determine the fastest mode of transportation in Portland among various participants using different vehicles.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago

The Mercury's JOYRIDE Issue Is Out Now! - Portland Mercury

Transportation is a vital aspect of life in Portland, covered in the April issue of the Mercury titled 'Joyride.'
#community-events
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
23 hours ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
23 hours ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Revealed: the train stations where your car is most likely to be clamped

Irish Rail took in more than €15m in parking fees from motorists, while also clamping nearly 4,300 cars at its stations over the last two years.
UK news
Alternative transportation
fromWIRED
3 days ago

I Put My Dog, Friends, and Family Inside Bike Boxes and Rear Racks to Test All the Best Electric Cargo Bikes

Electric cargo bikes offer a practical, fun, and eco-friendly alternative to cars for transporting kids and running errands.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
4 days ago

Friday Video: RIP, The D.C. Streetcar - Streetsblog USA

Washington, D.C.'s streetcar project ended after a decade, serving as a lesson in urban transit planning and its challenges.
fromThe Oaklandside
3 days ago

Sunday parking is no longer free in Oakland. Tickets starting at $64 begin this weekend

"Our business community will also benefit from Sunday metering because it encourages parking turnover, allowing more customers to visit these establishments," said Josh Rowan, the transportation director, in a city press release.
East Bay (California)
#e-bikes
California
fromStreetsblog California
5 days ago

In Year with a Glut of E-Bike Legislation, Blakespear's Efforts to Define E-Bikes and Limit E-Motos Advances - Streetsblog California

Senate Bill 1167 aims to clarify e-bike definitions and regulate e-motos to enhance safety and accountability in the marketplace.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

After 7 e-bike incidents in 10 days, Mass. police chief warns of impending 'tragedy'

Recent e-bike incidents in Milford have raised safety concerns, prompting police warnings about potential serious consequences if trends continue.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Council to allow more e-bike operators in borough

West London council plans to double e-bike operators to improve cycling and walking while addressing parking issues.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
US politics

Friday Video: Here's Why The Latest Wave of E-Bike Restrictions Are So Stupid - Streetsblog New York City

California
fromStreetsblog California
5 days ago

In Year with a Glut of E-Bike Legislation, Blakespear's Efforts to Define E-Bikes and Limit E-Motos Advances - Streetsblog California

Senate Bill 1167 aims to clarify e-bike definitions and regulate e-motos to enhance safety and accountability in the marketplace.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

After 7 e-bike incidents in 10 days, Mass. police chief warns of impending 'tragedy'

Recent e-bike incidents in Milford have raised safety concerns, prompting police warnings about potential serious consequences if trends continue.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Council to allow more e-bike operators in borough

West London council plans to double e-bike operators to improve cycling and walking while addressing parking issues.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
US politics

Friday Video: Here's Why The Latest Wave of E-Bike Restrictions Are So Stupid - Streetsblog New York City

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Community concerned about rise in auto thefts at GO station parking lots in Scarborough | CBC News

Auto thefts at GO station parking lots in Scarborough have increased, prompting calls for improved security measures from the local community.
Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

The Financial Costs of the Pedestrian Death Crisis Are Still Stratospheric - Streetsblog USA

Pedestrian deaths cost the U.S. economy over $40 billion in the first half of 2025, despite a decrease in fatalities.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
5 days ago

Promoting Civic Friendship: The Transformative Power of Public Spaces

The neighborhood in Lisbon faces challenges due to population growth, infrastructure strain, and a need for community-driven solutions like SAAL.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'I should have been safe on a pavement' - woman recalls horrific hire e-bike crash

Sandy Peters suffered severe injuries and PTSD after being hit by a speeding e-bike while walking with her son.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Monday's Headlines: A Century of Days Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's 100th day in office included commitments to waste containerization and a city-owned grocery store, while addressing misconceptions about his governance style.
#cycling-safety
Bicycling
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
3 days ago

Cycling Safety at Intersections: My Rule for When the Driver Has a Stop Sign

Tinted windows have made intersections more dangerous for cyclists by eliminating eye contact with drivers.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Video: Authorities Seize 85 Bikes After Cyclists Attempt to Take Over Bay Bridge

85 cyclists were detained for recklessly riding on the Bay Bridge, posing serious safety risks to themselves and motorists.
Bicycling
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
3 days ago

Cycling Safety at Intersections: My Rule for When the Driver Has a Stop Sign

Tinted windows have made intersections more dangerous for cyclists by eliminating eye contact with drivers.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Video: Authorities Seize 85 Bikes After Cyclists Attempt to Take Over Bay Bridge

85 cyclists were detained for recklessly riding on the Bay Bridge, posing serious safety risks to themselves and motorists.
NYC politics
fromHell Gate
1 day ago

Sewer Socialism, Meet Pothole Politics

Zohran Mamdani emphasizes democratic socialism to serve working people in New York City during his first 100 days as mayor.
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

Cheating brazen in new toll lanes

"Is everybody telling the truth? We're not sure," Program Director Kim Comstock told the San Mateo County Transportation Authority on Thursday.
California
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

How Paris redesigned itself to be a city of bikes-not cars

"This project is symbolic of what we've done over the last 12 years, reshaping the streets and the city," Christophe Najovski, the city's deputy mayor in charge of green spaces, stated during the opening ceremony.
Paris food
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
#san-francisco
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Day Around the Bay: SF Police Are Cracking Down on Scofflaw Cyclists

San Francisco police are intensifying enforcement against cyclists violating traffic laws, particularly in high-injury areas.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Day Around the Bay: SF Police Are Cracking Down on Scofflaw Cyclists

San Francisco police are intensifying enforcement against cyclists violating traffic laws, particularly in high-injury areas.
#electric-bikes
Bicycling
fromWIRED
2 days ago

A Lot of Shops Won't Fix Electric Bikes. Here's Why

Many bike shops refuse to repair electric bikes without proper certification due to safety and liability concerns.
Bicycling
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Amflow's latest e-bikes raise the bar again

Amflow introduces two electric mountain bike ranges featuring Avinox motors, emphasizing power, range, and weight balance.
Bicycling
fromWIRED
2 days ago

A Lot of Shops Won't Fix Electric Bikes. Here's Why

Many bike shops refuse to repair electric bikes without proper certification due to safety and liability concerns.
Bicycling
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Amflow's latest e-bikes raise the bar again

Amflow introduces two electric mountain bike ranges featuring Avinox motors, emphasizing power, range, and weight balance.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
6 days ago

Driver Bolts After Hitting 11-Year-Old In Brooklyn Crash: NYPD

Police are searching for a BMW driver who injured an 11-year-old girl in a hit-and-run incident in Brooklyn.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Gardai warn parents after 13-year-old in Meath caught riding e-scooter eratically on main street

A 13-year-old boy was caught driving an e-scooter dangerously, violating laws regarding age and safety regulations in Duleek, Co Meath.
New York City
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

Shocking scenes as youths go on the rampage in south London in crazed car mayhem

Youths clashed violently in south London, causing concern among local residents and prompting police investigations.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Thursday's Headlines: March (Parking) Madness Trophy Ceremony Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The 120th Precinct of Staten Island won the March Madness competition for being the most disrespectful to neighbors regarding parking.
#e-bike
fromFortune
6 days ago
Alternative transportation

a16z-backed Infinite Machine is building e-bikes that feel like mopeds. Cyclists may have qualms | Fortune

fromGothamist
6 days ago
Alternative transportation

Delivery workers can safely charge e-bikes, get some rest at NYC's new Deliverista Hub

Alternative transportation
fromFortune
6 days ago

a16z-backed Infinite Machine is building e-bikes that feel like mopeds. Cyclists may have qualms | Fortune

The Olto e-bike combines moped features with bike lane legality, offering a unique transit option for urban environments.
Alternative transportation
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Delivery workers can safely charge e-bikes, get some rest at NYC's new Deliverista Hub

The City Hall Park Deliverista Hub supports e-bike delivery workers with battery charging and safety features, funded by a $1 million federal grant.
Law
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 weeks ago

How to Gather Evidence After a Bicycle Accident for a Strong Case - Social Media Explorer

Gathering evidence after an accident is crucial for legal claims and insurance settlements, influencing liability and recovery outcomes.
New York City
fromCurbed
5 days ago

Meet the Office of Curb Management

The newly created Office of Curb Management aims to improve safety and manage competing demands on New York's curbs.
#traffic-safety
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Police stop attempted Bay Bridge takeover by 85 unruly cyclists, seizing their bikes

Police and California Highway Patrol officers stopped a planned takeover of the Bay Bridge by dozens of cyclists Saturday afternoon, authorities said.
San Francisco
Boston
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

City of Cambridge Reports Better Bike Lanes Led to Surge In Bike Traffic - Streetsblog San Francisco

Cambridge's investment in high-comfort bikeways has driven a 250 percent increase in citywide bicycle traffic since 2004, with even greater growth in areas with upgraded infrastructure.
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog USA
2 weeks ago

Friday Video: Five Bike Advocacy Mistakes You Don't Even Know You're Making - Streetsblog USA

Bike advocates can achieve great things but must learn from their mistakes to improve policy and infrastructure.
#bike-theft
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Police taking more action over bike thefts after decriminalisation' complaints

British Transport Police will investigate station bike thefts when CCTV identification or witnesses exist, reversing a previous policy that excluded many commuter cases.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Railway police abandon two-hour bike theft investigation rule after wave of criticism

Police will investigate railway station bike thefts if bikes are identifiable on CCTV or there is a witness; the previous two-hour/under-£200 no-action rule has been scrapped.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'My bike was stolen while I was riding it and police did nothing'

A cyclist was knocked off her electric bicycle and robbed by two men on a moped, but police declined to investigate due to lack of identified suspects, leaving her traumatized and unable to cycle home.
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Why This State Is Fighting To Get Its First 'Active Transportation Plan' - Streetsblog USA

Missouri is the most populous state without a statewide active transportation plan, despite nearly one-third of its residents lacking a driver's license and alarming fatality rates among vulnerable road users.
Alternative transportation
New York City
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Fact Check: No, Mamdani Is Not Letting Bike Scofflaws 'Off the Hook' - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD will still hold cyclists accountable for traffic violations despite ending criminal summonses for moving violations.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Mamdani Ends NYPD's Criminal Crackdown on Cyclists, E-Bike Riders

New York City ends criminal summonses for cyclists' minor traffic violations, treating them equally to drivers under Mayor Mamdani's new policy.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Police officer borrows bike to chase down thief

A police officer borrowed a bystander's bicycle to chase and apprehend a man who stole a suitcase from a taxi outside St Pancras station in London.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
3 weeks ago

NYC will no longer criminally enforce minor traffic offenses for cyclists, e-bike riders

New York City will cease criminal enforcement of minor traffic violations for cyclists and e-bike riders, shifting to civil summons instead, effective March 27.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Mamdani nixes Adams-era policy to criminally charge cyclists, e-bike riders for minor traffic offenses | amNewYork

New York City will replace criminal summonses for cyclists and e-bike riders with civil summonses for minor traffic violations, effective March 27, 2026.
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Traffic safety improvements frequently die by popular vote. It's time to stop that

Vision Zero, a Swedish road safety philosophy, proves traffic deaths are preventable through proper street design, enforcement, and awareness, yet Americans resist safety improvements due to normalized traffic violence.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Cycling offences drop by two-thirds in London despite huge rise in bike users

Recorded cycling offences in London fell two-thirds from 2023 to 2025, though the decline reflects reduced police enforcement rather than improved cyclist behavior.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Thursday's Headlines: Mamdani's Criminal Crackdown on Cyclists Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Police conduct targeted enforcement against e-bikers at a Manhattan intersection where traffic lights serve no functional purpose for vehicles, while Mayor Mamdani fails to end this controversial policy despite campaign promises.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Improving Road Safety Is A Win For The Climate, Too - Streetsblog USA

Hundreds of preventable fatalities and more than 13 million metric tons of climate pollution would be avoided by 2045 if Congress passed legislation that answered advocates' long- time demand to require state DOTs to set declining annual fatality targets - and reallocate highway money to safety projects if they don't meet those goals, according to a new analysis from Evergreen Action.
US politics
Social justice
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Good urbanism isn't any good if you're not allowed to walk or bike

Cultural fear and aggressive policing curtail children's independent mobility despite urban design intended for all ages.
fromElectric Bike Reviews, News, & Testing
2 months ago

Recalls From Specialized, Trek, Electra, & Urban Arrow, Oregon Bill Encourages Youth E-Bike Education | TWR Ep 69

According to Specialized's safety notice, "The fork steerer tube on affected bikes may develop a small fatigue crack which depending on use could lead to a progressive failure of the fork, posing a fall hazard." The notice applies to all Turbo Como SL 4.0 and 5.0 models with either belt or chain drives. Affected e-bikes were sold starting in 2021 and continuing up to the present.
Gadgets
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Amsterdam prepares to ban the fatbikes' amid rise in serious accidents

Amsterdam will ban heavy electric "fatbike" use in city parks like Vondelpark due to increased accidents, especially among 12–15-year-olds.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

There's a solution for e-bike parking chaos - but its not problem-free

E-scooter and e-bike parking obstructs pavements across UK cities, creating accessibility issues for elderly residents and families despite operator agreements with councils.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'Thieves broke into my car - to take parcel shelf'

She said people "just couldn't believe" cars were being broken into just for the shelves. The Met Police opened an investigation following a number of parcel shelves being stolen from cars in Hampstead and Highgate, the force said. Sam Phipps Phipps told BBC Radio London her car was targeted despite only having her gym bag, out of sight, in the boot.
London
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Lime wants its ebikes to take over the streets but do they pass our safety test?

Many Lime e-bikes in Sydney lack helmets and show damage, creating safety risks and footpath obstructions for pedestrians and mobility device users.
Bicycling
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Opinion | Bikes make life freer. These laws could change that.

Bicycles and e-bikes provide unrestricted freedom of movement, but policymakers are implementing restrictive regulations that limit this accessibility.
California
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

CalBike: Enforce Existing Laws, Don't Create New Nuisance Ones - Streetsblog California

AB 1942 would require registration and DMV plates for Class 2 and 3 e-bikes, prompting calls to enforce existing laws instead of new regulations.
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

How Recreational Cycling Can Lead to Safe Streets For All - Streetsblog USA

Recreational cycling enthusiasm builds community support for safer cycling infrastructure more effectively than policy mandates or technical planning debates alone.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

App outage leaves users unable to hire bikes

The Santander Cycles app is currently down, affecting riders' ability to access bikes across the capital, Transport for London (TfL) has said. The disruption means that app users are currently unable to unlock bikes from docking stations. TfL said it was "working urgently to restore service" but could not provide a timeline for when the issue would be resolved.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Give cyclists priority at lights, says Lime boss

"Cyclists shouldn't be left on red," Stevenson wrote in an article for news website MyLondon. The traffic light system that prioritises buses contains sensors, so they know when buses are approaching. They can stay green for longer when a bus is approaching, or switch from red to green more quickly if a bus is waiting. "These lights should also allow cyclists to pass through without waiting," Stevenson said.
UK news
Bicycling
fromWIRED
5 years ago

The Best Ebike Locks That We've Trusted With $200,000's Worth of Bikes

High-security, heavy-duty locks tailored to ebikes' thicker frames and unique shapes are essential to deter theft; choose rated, angle-grinder-resistant locks and use them properly.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Cyclists in Criminal Court Say Mamdani's Bike Crackdown is a 'Waste of Time' - Streetsblog New York City

Criminal Court Judge John Walsh dismissed most of the roughly three-dozen summonses he heard on Monday, either due to insufficient details or errors in the NYPD-issued tickets or simply as a warning, also known as an "adjournment in contemplation of dismissal." Only a few cyclists were actually forced to pay a fine, albeit for pleading down their original criminal summonses to disorderly conduct, a violation.
New York City
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