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Turkey Tail Mushrooms Remove 80% of E. Coli from Rivers
SolutionsJun 19

Turkey Tail Mushrooms Remove 80% of E. Coli from Rivers

A simple bag of mushroom-infused woodchips is cleaning up polluted rivers in England, removing 80% of E. coli and earning millions in funding to scale the solution nationwide. The breakthrough could offer an affordable way to protect waterways worldwide.

Good News Network3 min read
Hobart Swaps E-Scooters for Safer E-Bikes in Transit Win
SolutionsApr 21

Hobart Swaps E-Scooters for Safer E-Bikes in Transit Win

Hobart is ditching shared e-scooters and doubling down on e-bikes after the program helped residents take over 13,000 monthly trips while cutting emissions. The city joins a global trend proving greener transport can work when it fits local needs.

ABC Australia2 min read
E-bikes Surge 68% as Kiwis Seek Fuel Alternatives
SolutionsApr 10

E-bikes Surge 68% as Kiwis Seek Fuel Alternatives

Electric scooters and e-bikes are flying off the shelves in New Zealand as rising petrol prices push more people toward affordable, eco-friendly transportation. TradeMe searches for e-scooters jumped 68% compared to last year, signaling a major shift in how Kiwis get around.

Stuff NZ2 min read
Oregon Lowers E-Bike Age to 14 to Boost Safety Education
SolutionsFeb 5

Oregon Lowers E-Bike Age to 14 to Boost Safety Education

Oregon's new bill drops the legal e-bike riding age from 16 to 14, allowing schools to finally teach safety to the teens already riding. While other states ban e-bikes, Oregon is choosing education over restriction.

Electrek3 min read
Massachusetts Proposes Safety-First E-Bike Speed Tiers
SolutionsMay 6

Massachusetts Proposes Safety-First E-Bike Speed Tiers

Massachusetts is introducing a groundbreaking four-tier speed system that could finally bring clarity to the confusing world of e-bikes, scooters, and electric micromobility devices. Instead of banning faster e-bikes outright, the state is carving out sensible rules that keep riders safe while preserving access to bike infrastructure.

Electrek3 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
E-Bike Rider Rediscovers Joy of Pedaling After 15 Years
Acts of KindnessMay 15

E-Bike Rider Rediscovers Joy of Pedaling After 15 Years

A longtime e-bike enthusiast who once treated his electric bicycle like a motorcycle has found unexpected joy in pedaling again. His gradual shift from full-throttle commuting to low-assist riding shows how e-bikes can bring people closer to traditional cycling, not further away.

Electrek2 min read
Perth E-Bike Sales Jump 750% as Fuel Prices Soar
SolutionsApr 6

Perth E-Bike Sales Jump 750% as Fuel Prices Soar

Aussie commuters are ditching their cars for e-bikes as fuel prices surge, with one Perth shop selling 30 e-bikes in 10 days instead of their usual four per week. The shift could save riders thousands while building healthier, greener communities.

ABC Australia2 min read
E-Bikes Could Save Families $900 Yearly on Transportation
SolutionsJun 4

E-Bikes Could Save Families $900 Yearly on Transportation

Switching just a fraction of your car trips to an e-bike could save nearly $1,000 annually, and the real surprise isn't fuel costs. The hidden savings in maintenance, parking, and potentially eliminating a second car are transforming family budgets across America.

Electrek3 min read
New €999 E-Bike Charges With Your Laptop Charger
InnovationMay 28

New €999 E-Bike Charges With Your Laptop Charger

A lightweight folding e-bike now charges via USB-C, turning any laptop charger into a power source. At under 42 pounds and €999, it's making portable urban biking more accessible than ever.

Electrek2 min read
E-Bikes Boost Brain Health in Riders Over 50
Health & WellnessFeb 6

E-Bikes Boost Brain Health in Riders Over 50

Older adults who rode e-bikes for just 90 minutes a week showed remarkable improvements in memory and mental health. The electric assist didn't reduce the benefits—it actually helped riders stick with it and gain even more.

Electrek3 min read
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Health & WellnessApr 7

Drug in Trials Could Finally Treat Hepatitis E Virus

A medication already being tested for hepatitis C shows promising results against hepatitis E, a deadly virus that kills 70,000 people yearly and has no approved treatment. Scientists discovered bemnifosbuvir stops the virus from replicating without harming healthy cells.

Health Daily2 min read
Formula E Reveals 21 Races on Real Tracks for 2026
InnovationJun 24

Formula E Reveals 21 Races on Real Tracks for 2026

Electric racing is about to get seriously faster. Formula E just announced its most ambitious season yet, bringing new superpowered race cars to legendary tracks around the world.

Ars Technica2 min read
Formula E Launches AI Race Centre for Fans Worldwide
InnovationMar 21

Formula E Launches AI Race Centre for Fans Worldwide

Electric racing just got smarter. Formula E and Infosys unveiled an AI-powered platform that puts millions of fans closer to the action with real-time commentary, predictions, and interactive tracking.

The Hindu3 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
E-Bikes Save Families Hundreds as Gas Prices Spike
VideosMar 9

E-Bikes Save Families Hundreds as Gas Prices Spike

Rising gas prices are draining family budgets, but e-bikes offer an affordable escape that costs just pennies per mile. State programs now offer up to $900 in instant rebates to make the switch even easier.

CleanTechnica2 min read
E-Bikes Get Game-Changing Battery Tech This Summer
SolutionsMay 8

E-Bikes Get Game-Changing Battery Tech This Summer

After years of empty promises, semi-solid-state batteries are finally arriving in real e-bikes from major brands, promising batteries that last up to a decade. California's Ride1Up is shipping the first models in August, with batteries already in safety testing.

Electrek3 min read
Bosch Launches First Hub Motor for Urban E-Bikes
InnovationJun 18

Bosch Launches First Hub Motor for Urban E-Bikes

The king of premium e-bike motors just made a surprise move into lightweight city bikes. Bosch's new hub motor could bring smart features to thousands more commuters.

Electrek3 min read
Your E-Bike Battery Can Power Devices for Days During Outages
SolutionsJan 26

Your E-Bike Battery Can Power Devices for Days During Outages

When the power goes out, that electric bike in your garage becomes an emergency power station. A fully charged e-bike battery can recharge your smartphone dozens of times and keep essential devices running for days.

Electrek2 min read
E-Bike Company Offers 50% Off Safer Battery Upgrades
SolutionsMay 27

E-Bike Company Offers 50% Off Safer Battery Upgrades

Rad Life Mobility is offering eligible customers up to 50% off advanced Safe Shield batteries that help prevent dangerous chain-reaction fires. The program targets owners of older e-bikes who want to upgrade to the latest safety technology.

Electrek2 min read

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