NYC’s 15 MPH E-Bike Cap Begins — Fair or Fail? + Amazon’s Delivery Quad Revealed TWR Ep 55 episode artwork

EPISODE · Nov 2, 2025 · 56 MIN

NYC’s 15 MPH E-Bike Cap Begins — Fair or Fail? + Amazon’s Delivery Quad Revealed TWR Ep 55

from The Weekly Recharge from Electric Bike Report · host Electric Bike Report

NYC’s 15 MPH e-bike rule is live. We explain who’s affected, how the NYPD may enforce it, why we think speed parity matters, and what to expect in the education-first phase. Then: Amazon is rolling out ALSO pedal-assist quadricycles for urban delivery—will these clog bike lanes or actually reduce traffic? Plus, we answer viewer questions on brand bankruptcies, long-term warranty/parts risk, and what riders can do before they buy.Today’s topics• NYC 15 MPH e-bike limit: education, warnings, signage, and next steps• ALSO x Amazon delivery quads: capacity, routes, and lane etiquette• E-bike bankruptcies: spotting red flags, protecting warranties, sourcing parts• Galfer x MAHLE rotor with integrated speed sensor (why mechanics will love it)• Amflow light kit: 500/1200-lumen wireless lighting for PL Carbon/Pro• Trail of the Week: Florida Keys Overseas Heritage Trail (what to know before you go)#ebikenews #nyc #amazon #alsomobility #ebikebankruptcy #micromobility #electricbikes00:00 - Intro00:39 - News Of The Week00:53 - New NYC speed limit on e-bikes05:03 -  Amazon and Rivian collab with the ALSO!08:02 - Mahle and Galfer collab!10:06 - Trivia Time!18:13 - Product Highlight19:56 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews22:14 - E-Bike Trail Systems27:11 - Questions & Comments27:23 - Are 750W motors enough for heavy riders?30:31 - Does the ALSO bike need subscriptions?33:05 - Belt Drive vs Chain Drive37:18 - Radrunner Max vs Aventon Abound SR45:18 - What about the E-Bike companies filling out for bankruptcy? 50:22 - Deals Of The Week52:38 - Rider Highlight55:25 - Wrap Up56:19 - Bloopers

NYC’s 15 MPH e-bike rule is live. We explain who’s affected, how the NYPD may enforce it, why we think speed parity matters, and what to expect in the education-first phase. Then: Amazon is rolling out ALSO pedal-assist quadricycles for urban delivery—will these clog bike lanes or actually reduce traffic? Plus, we answer viewer questions on brand bankruptcies, long-term warranty/parts risk, and what riders can do before they buy.Today’s topics• NYC 15 MPH e-bike limit: education, warnings, signage, and next steps• ALSO x Amazon delivery quads: capacity, routes, and lane etiquette• E-bike bankruptcies: spotting red flags, protecting warranties, sourcing parts• Galfer x MAHLE rotor with integrated speed sensor (why mechanics will love it)• Amflow light kit: 500/1200-lumen wireless lighting for PL Carbon/Pro• Trail of the Week: Florida Keys Overseas Heritage Trail (what to know before you go)#ebikenews #nyc #amazon #alsomobility #ebikebankruptcy #micromobility #electricbikes00:00 - Intro00:39 - News Of The Week00:53 - New NYC speed limit on e-bikes05:03 -  Amazon and Rivian collab with the ALSO!08:02 - Mahle and Galfer collab!10:06 - Trivia Time!18:13 - Product Highlight19:56 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews22:14 - E-Bike Trail Systems27:11 - Questions & Comments27:23 - Are 750W motors enough for heavy riders?30:31 - Does the ALSO bike need subscriptions?33:05 - Belt Drive vs Chain Drive37:18 - Radrunner Max vs Aventon Abound SR45:18 - What about the E-Bike companies filling out for bankruptcy? 50:22 - Deals Of The Week52:38 - Rider Highlight55:25 - Wrap Up56:19 - Bloopers

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