Instead of signing Florida’s new eBike rules into law, Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed Senate Bill 382 on June 25. DeSantis took issue with the speed limit imposed on eBikes when near pedestrians on sidewalks. “CS/SB…
A Florida eBike law that creates rules for behaviour around pedestrians is set to take effect on July 1. The law also sets the stage for further legislation after data collection and a taskforce meeting.…
Life Electric Vehicles, a Deerfield Beach company, completed its court-approved acquisition of Rad Power Bikes, the groundbreaking but bankrupt, eBike manufacturer. According to a March 5 press release, Life EV will continue retail operations under…
A new set of Florida eBike Laws introduced by Yvette Benarroch (R, Marco Island) would, if passed, create new rules around Electric Motorcycles, eBikes and scooters, including a requirement to have a drivers license if…
Julia Lynn Kalthof, a 65-year-old Palm Coast resident, was arrested after she was captured on video driving on a bike path and chasing a 14-year-old riding an eBike on June 7. According to the Flagler…
The next time you’re at a Florida State Park, you may see a ranger riding an eBike instead of a truck or golf cart. Thanks to Cannondale, REI and the Florida Sate Parks Foundation, 25…
A bill sponsored by Sen. Linda Stewart (D- Orlando), which would create e-bike sales tax holidays, unanimously passed the Senate Finance and Tax Committee on Feb. 8. SB 58 provides sales tax breaks on the…
University of Florida alum and fans alike can now show their college pride through an officially licensed Florida Gators e-bike. The FIENE foldable e-bike model is available with logos and colors of participating institutions including,…
With hurricane season officially upon us, one question on the mind of many a Floridian is how to deal when the power goes out. Mokwheel power station eBikes might be able to help when the…
If you’re an eBike aficionado who lives in the Sunshine State, or just happen to have a Florida state of mind, this Florida-inspired eBike might be for you. The bike, built by Himiway, boasts an…
With the number of e-bikes on Florida trails and roads, it’s not surprising that Rad Power Bikes, the largest e-bike retailer in the United States, is opening a store in the Sunshine State. The store,…