E-Bikes Are No Longer Just Bikes | Bermuda News

E-bikes are exploding in popularity, hitting speeds up to 100 km/h — but danger is rising as reckless riders ignore the law. Lawyer Peter Sanderson warns these aren’t toys; they’re legally classified as motor vehicles under 1954 regulations, meaning age limits, licensing, and insurance apply. Shocking cases include a 14-year-old clocking 70 km/h and a 71-year-old woman struck by a teen rider. Accidents caused by unlicensed or uninsured riders could lead to serious criminal charges. Dealers are scrambling to keep up — some refuse to sell to minors without parental consent, but insurance gaps and silent, hard-to-see bikes make safety a growing concern as laws lag behind the tech. 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/dabc64d49c5be206