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Berkeley Block Party Creates Safer Streets in One Afternoon
Acts of Kindness3h ago

Berkeley Block Party Creates Safer Streets in One Afternoon

A Berkeley neighborhood turned a simple block party into a grassroots experiment that could transform how their street works. By temporarily replacing speeding cars with bike lanes and safety features, residents proved safer streets are possible.

Reasons to be Cheerful2 min read
Kearney Hospitals Give 250+ Kids Safer Bike Rides
Acts of KindnessMay 19

Kearney Hospitals Give 250+ Kids Safer Bike Rides

A Nebraska hospital is making sure local kids can ride bikes without risking brain injuries. For three years running, they've fitted hundreds of children with proper helmets at a price any family can afford.

Google News - Good Samaritan2 min read
E-Bikes Built for Two Make Car-Free Living Easier
SolutionsMay 10

E-Bikes Built for Two Make Car-Free Living Easier

Electric bikes designed for two riders are transforming how people move around cities, offering a practical alternative to cars without the hassle of motorcycles. Safety experts share crucial tips for riding two-up as these versatile bikes gain popularity.

Electrek2 min read
Netherlands Tackles Youth E-Bike Safety With New Rules
SolutionsApr 24

Netherlands Tackles Youth E-Bike Safety With New Rules

The Dutch government is introducing minimum age limits and mandatory helmets for young e-bike riders after fatbike injuries jumped from zero to 301 in just four years. Half the victims are teens, prompting new safety measures to protect young cyclists.

Dutch News2 min read
Congress Backs First Federal E-Bike Safety Standards
SolutionsMar 31

Congress Backs First Federal E-Bike Safety Standards

A bipartisan group of lawmakers just introduced groundbreaking legislation to create the first modern federal safety standards for e-bikes in over 20 years. The Safe SPEEDS Act could replace confusing state-by-state rules with clear national guidelines that protect riders while supporting clean transportation.

Electrek3 min read
413 Young Inventors Shine at California Science Fair
InnovationMar 3

413 Young Inventors Shine at California Science Fair

Middle schoolers in Irvine just proved that the next generation of problem solvers is already here. From sun glare solutions to bike safety sensors, student inventors are tackling real-world challenges with creativity and grit.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Santa Monica Uses AI to Keep Bike Lanes Safe
SolutionsFeb 14

Santa Monica Uses AI to Keep Bike Lanes Safe

Santa Monica becomes the first U.S. city to put AI-powered cameras on parking enforcement cars to catch vehicles blocking bike lanes. The technology has already spotted over 1,100 violations at UC San Diego, with 88% being blocked bike lanes.

Ars Technica2 min read
California Tackles E-Bike Safety with New Power Limits
Planet WinsJan 19

California Tackles E-Bike Safety with New Power Limits

California lawmakers are closing a loophole that lets e-bike makers sell much more powerful bikes than legally allowed, aiming to reduce serious injuries among young riders. The new bill would cap e-bikes at 750 watts of peak power, not just continuous output.

Electrek2 min read