Overview

• Enforcement begins Oct. 24 for e-bikes, e-scooters and pedal-assist commercial bicycles across all five boroughs.
• The Department of Transportation finalized the rule in the City Record on Tuesday after a June proposal and a July hearing that drew about 900 comments.
• The Adams administration created a Department of Sustainable Delivery within DOT to support enforcement and is urging the City Council to regulate delivery app companies.
• City data show 623 reported collisions involving e-bikes so far this year, up from 455 in the same period last year, while many e-bikes are currently allowed to travel 20 to 25 mph.
• Advocates for delivery workers criticize the cap as punitive and inconsistent with car risks, while officials point to European norms and note Citi Bike e-bikes already operate at 15 mph.