E-Bike Boom Brings Rising Risks | Duluth News

E-bike sales are skyrocketing—but so are injuries, with over 59,000 ER visits in 2024 alone, up 40% since 2017. Most injuries involve fractures and bruises, and tragically, more than 300 deaths have occurred in seven years. The problem? Rules haven’t kept pace with the boom. Many parents are confused about safety, legality, and age limits—kids must be 15 to ride. Some sellers mislabel products as e-bikes, tricking buyers into purchasing faster, more powerful bikes. AAA Minnesota is stepping in with a new guide to help parents choose the right speed and power for their kids, emphasizing safety before solo rides. And everyone on the road must be more alert—e-bike riders can appear suddenly on streets, sidewalks, and bike lanes. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e41ef94c3625fb29