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UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Coroner issues warning over unregulated e-bike batteries after man dies in house fire

Lithium-ion batteries sold online for e-bike conversions pose significant risks after a fatal incident linked to one.
Calls are being made for a reassessment of safety regulations concerning the sale of these batteries.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

24,000 e-bike batteries recalled because the US can't get its shit together

The US federal government's consumer watchdog has issued a recall for "about 24,000" batteries sold with cheap VIVI e-bikes due to overheating incidents and fire risks.
E-Commerce
New York City
fromqns.com
2 months ago

Grandmother is NYC's first lithium-ion battery fire fatality of 2025 after Flushing pizzeria blaze: FDNY QNS

A lithium-ion battery explosion at a Flushing pizzeria caused a fatal fire, claiming the life of a 76-year-old woman.
US politics
fromGothamist
2 months ago

Dozens of new officers will crack down on NYC delivery workers riding e-bikes and mopeds

New York City plans to hire 45 officers to enforce commercial cycling laws and improve safety for pedestrians and delivery workers.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

Adams mandates Citi Bike e-bike speed limit be lowered immediately' to 15 mph

NYC imposes a 15 mph speed limit on Citi Bikes due to rising e-bike fatalities and injuries.
Bicycling
fromMail Online
4 months ago

E-bike battery linked to explosions still on sale, experts warn

Electric bike owners must urgently check their batteries due to fire risks from specific faulty models sold online.
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