E-Bikes and Scooters on the Rise | Denver News

Broomfield’s police are sounding the alarm on a dangerous uptick in serious e-bike and scooter crashes — eight this year alone — and they’re not just about pedal-assist bikes, but low-powered scooters too. With confusion swirling nationwide, Broomfield is stepping up with a new online guide at Broomfield.org/E-Bike to clarify what’s legal where — from regular bikes to mopeds — and why it matters. Trails are getting trashed by unauthorized riders speeding through habitats, so the city’s pushing for safety culture, not just trail upkeep. Parents and riders? Get educated. Don’t guess — call the non-emergency line or check the site. Safety starts with knowing the rules. 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/4c63cf8624d8ca3d