Category Archives: Electric Bicycle Accidents

Young person riding a SurRon eMoto in a California coastal city.

New California Law SB 586: What eMoto Riders Need to Know

New 2026 California law (SB 586) classifies electric off-road motorcycles (eMotos) as off-highway vehicles. Know the rules: helmets, ID plates, and how this affects your next accident case in California. Electric off-road motorcycles (eMotos) are becoming more common across California. From desert trails to open riding areas, more riders are choosing electric options for recreation. …

Huntington Beach PD’s New E-Bike Program Could Save Lives and Reduce Injury Claims

Huntington Beach PD’s New E-Bike Program Could Save Lives and Reduce Injury Claims

If you’ve been out in Huntington Beach lately, you’ve probably noticed more and more people zipping around on e-bikes. They’re fun, fast, and a popular way to get around Huntington Beach, especially for teens. But with that rise in popularity comes a big problem: e-bike accidents are happening more often, and the injuries are getting …

California's New E-Bike Laws for 2025: What Riders Need to Know

California’s New E-Bike Laws for 2025: What Riders Need to Know

E-bikes have revolutionized how Californians commute. Growth in electric bike sales has been steady from 2017 to 2022. In fact, the Department of Energy reported that in 2022, there were 1.1 million e-bikes sold in the United States. But, California’s new e-bike laws for 2025 are reshaping the rules of the road. Are you prepared? …