07/20/2026
🚴⚡ As e-bikes and e-scooters continue to grow in popularity, injuries related to crashes have become an increasing concern, particularly among children and teens. Many of these injuries may be preventable by taking a few important safety precautions.
Common risk factors include riding without a helmet, carrying passengers when the bike is not designed for them, riding at excessive speeds and failing to follow traffic rules.
Parents and caregivers can help keep young riders safe by encouraging them to:
🪖 Wear a helmet every time they ride
🚦 Obey traffic signs and signals
👀 Stay alert and avoid distractions, including phones and earbuds
🚲 Ride only the number of passengers the bike is designed to carry
💡 Use lights and reflective gear when visibility is limited
🛣️ Understand that e-bikes share the road and require the same attention and responsibility as other vehicles
🧒 Make sure young riders have the skills and experience needed to safely operate an e-bike
📋 Follow manufacturer recommendations and local regulations regarding rider age and operation
🚗 Everyone plays a role in preventing injuries. Drivers should watch for e-bikes and e-scooters, give riders adequate space and remain attentive, especially at intersections, crosswalks and in neighborhoods where children and teens may be riding.
E-bikes can be a great way for kids and teens to stay active and independent, but they can also reach speeds that increase the risk of serious injury during a crash. Nationally, injuries related to e-bikes and e-scooters continue to rise. According to national injury surveillance data from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, children and teens account for a significant portion of reported e-bike and e-scooter injuries.
Before your child heads out on an e-bike this summer, take a few minutes to review the rules of the road, make sure they have a properly fitted helmet and talk about safe riding habits. A simple conversation today could help prevent a serious injury tomorrow.
💙 Learn more about e-bike and micromobility safety from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission: https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety-Education-Centers/Micromobility-Information-Center
