E-Scooter Safety in the Crosshairs | Jersey News

Jersey City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 10, 2026 · 1m

E-scooter injuries are surging in ERs, but New Jersey’s new e-bike law leaves them untouched—creating confusion and safety gaps. While the law mandates licenses and insurance for faster e-bikes, low-speed scooters (under 19 mph) are exempt, leaving higher-speed models in regulatory limbo. Experts say these faster scooters may already be street-illegal under older rules. Despite their convenience for short trips, risks are mounting: speed, no helmets, and poor infrastructure are causing serious injuries—especially among young riders. Surprisingly, studies show e-scooter riders aren’t more…