Almost 100 people have been injured, and more than 50 fires started by electric bikes, e-scooters, e-skateboards and hoverboards in less than three months, according to figures from an Australian research group. EV FireSafe, which monitors electric vehicle risks, released the data on Tuesday after an e-bike explosion in New South Wales (NSW) forced one…

SAN CLEMENTE, Calif.—The San Clemente City Council unanimously voted for an electric bicycle (e-bike) ban from its beach trail, beaches, and pier during a Jan. 18 meeting, excluding the inland trails at the request of council members and residents. After a year of discussions, reviews, and public input, the council prohibited e-bikes on the path…

Harley-Davidson’s electric bike division is going public through merging with a special acquisition company (SPAC) in a deal valued at approximately $1.77 billion, the iconic global motorcycle brand announced on Monday. The transaction will net the division, Livewire, which has been operating independently since 2019, with proceeds of around $545 million that the company plans…