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fromFuturism
1 day ago

Delivery Robot Companies in Trouble as Bot Become Targets for Vandalism

Out of the company's first 80,000 deliveries the bots finished on campus, about 1,600 involved incidents of vandalism. At a cost of $2,500 per Kiwibot, the damage adds up quick.
London startup
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Moped-riding goons who shot, killed 7-month old in NYC horror were aiming for her dad: sources

A 7-month-old girl was shot dead in Brooklyn, targeted by gunmen aiming for her father over a social media dispute.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
1 day ago

Woman killed by ambulance driver in Brooklyn hit-and-run, sources say

A woman was killed in Brooklyn after being struck by an ambulance that fled the scene.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

Pedestrian killed in Brooklyn hit-and-run possibly involving ambulance, police say

A 44-year-old woman was killed by a vehicle while crossing a street in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

Police search for suspect in infant's murder after moped crash during getaway | WATCH

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in Brooklyn, with police searching for a second suspect involved in the incident.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

Infant in stroller killed by stray bullet in Brooklyn, shooter flees on moped

A 7-month-old girl was killed by a stray bullet in Brooklyn while her mother pushed her in a stroller.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Moped-riding goons who shot, killed 7-month old in NYC horror were aiming for her dad: sources

A 7-month-old girl was shot dead in Brooklyn, targeted by gunmen aiming for her father over a social media dispute.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
1 day ago

Woman killed by ambulance driver in Brooklyn hit-and-run, sources say

A woman was killed in Brooklyn after being struck by an ambulance that fled the scene.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

Pedestrian killed in Brooklyn hit-and-run possibly involving ambulance, police say

A 44-year-old woman was killed by a vehicle while crossing a street in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

Police search for suspect in infant's murder after moped crash during getaway | WATCH

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in Brooklyn, with police searching for a second suspect involved in the incident.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

Infant in stroller killed by stray bullet in Brooklyn, shooter flees on moped

A 7-month-old girl was killed by a stray bullet in Brooklyn while her mother pushed her in a stroller.
Cars
fromFuturism
8 hours ago

Dozens of Robotaxis In China Stop Dead in the Middle of Roads and Highways, Causing Crashes

A system failure left over a hundred Baidu robotaxis stranded in Wuhan, causing traffic chaos and multiple crashes.
#nypd
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Transit officials announce clean air investments in South Bronx thanks to congestion pricing revenue | amNewYork

Congestion pricing funds will replace diesel trucks with hybrid models to reduce air pollution in the city.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Transport minister 'taken aback' by driving ban for garda pursuing illegal scramblers as GRA issues statement

Garda members fear prosecution or disciplinary action when pursuing suspects, highlighted by a recent case involving a dangerous driving ban.
#e-bikes
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
New York City

Mamdani is letting reckless e-bike riders off the hook - but astonishing data shows the fatal cost of bike lane chaos

Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

After 7 e-bike incidents in 10 days, Mass. police chief warns of impending 'tragedy'

Recent e-bike incidents in Milford have raised safety concerns, prompting police warnings about potential serious consequences if trends continue.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Council to allow more e-bike operators in borough

West London council plans to double e-bike operators to improve cycling and walking while addressing parking issues.
New York City
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Mamdani is letting reckless e-bike riders off the hook - but astonishing data shows the fatal cost of bike lane chaos

E-bike-related fatalities and injuries in NYC have surged, raising concerns over safety as enforcement policies are relaxed.
#baidu
Bicycling
fromWIRED
2 days ago

The Retrospec Judd Rev 2 Is a Simple Ebike That Lets Me Ride Like a Kid Again

Retrospec's Judd Rev 2 is a simple, affordable folding electric bike focused on enjoyment rather than complex features.
fromNBC New York
3 days ago

Driver carjacked at gunpoint in East Village: NYPD

The four unknown individuals asked to be driven to a location but the driver denied the request. It was allegedly at this point that one of the individuals in the group showed a firearm, forced the driver out of the car and the group stole it.
Upper West Side
#traffic-accident
fromGothamist
4 days ago
NYC parents

Teen killed when private garbage truck driver hits her in Queens crosswalk, NYPD says

fromGothamist
4 days ago
NYC parents

Teen killed when private garbage truck driver hits her in Queens crosswalk, NYPD says

fromFast Company
3 days ago

How Paris redesigned itself to be a city of bikes-not cars

"This project is symbolic of what we've done over the last 12 years, reshaping the streets and the city," Christophe Najovski, the city's deputy mayor in charge of green spaces, stated during the opening ceremony.
Paris food
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Video: Authorities Seize 85 Bikes After Cyclists Attempt to Take Over Bay Bridge

What we saw yesterday was not harmless fun. This is no place for games or risky behavior. Riding the wrong way on the freeway poses a serious danger not only to cyclists but also to the motoring public traveling at freeway speeds.
San Francisco
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
4 days ago

Transit Safety For the People, By the People - Streetsblog USA

The RIDER Safety Act proposes hiring transit ambassadors to enhance safety in public transit without police involvement.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

Police seize 20 mopeds in south London immigration raid

Police conducted an immigration crackdown, seizing 20 vehicles and arresting individuals for illegal working and vehicle theft.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Road rage in Newport Beach bike lane leads to one arrest, seizure of BMW, police say

Fetzer said that, early on in the incident, he sprayed water at one of the cars in frustration but didn't expect the reaction he got. He described how the cars swerved at them, honked, and put the cyclists' lives in danger.
US news
#child-abuse
fromsfist.com
1 week ago
SF parents

Teen's E-Moto Bike Crash, Repeated Prior Citations Land Parents Child Abuse Charges

fromSFGATE
1 week ago
SF parents

California charges parents in e-bike crash that left teen seriously injured

SF parents
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Teen's E-Moto Bike Crash, Repeated Prior Citations Land Parents Child Abuse Charges

A couple was charged with child abuse for allowing their teen to ride an e-moto unsafely, leading to severe injuries in a crash.
SF parents
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

California charges parents in e-bike crash that left teen seriously injured

A couple faces misdemeanor child abuse charges for allowing their teen to ride an electric motorcycle, leading to a serious crash.
Cars
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Mass robotaxi malfunction halts traffic in Chinese city

A mass robotaxi outage in Wuhan raised safety concerns about driverless vehicles after over a hundred cars stopped mid-traffic due to a system malfunction.
Bicycling
fromHeybike
1 year ago

New Electric Bike Laws 2025 for New York

Electric bicycles in New York are defined by specific criteria and classified into three categories based on their motor assistance and speed capabilities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

The vape capital of Britain: how have two Manchester backstreets come to dominate the e-cigarette trade?

Ali's store, Fly Vape, is located in Cheetham Hill, Manchester, an area that has become a surprising hub for the vaping industry, housing over 50 outlets specializing in vaping products.
London startup
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Police stop attempted Bay Bridge takeover by 85 unruly cyclists, seizing their bikes

Police and California Highway Patrol officers stopped a planned takeover of the Bay Bridge by dozens of cyclists Saturday afternoon, authorities said.
San Francisco
#hit-and-run
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Uber everywhere, all at once | TechCrunch

Uber is investing in Rivian to develop autonomous R2 robotaxis for its network, with a planned rollout in 2028.
#derby
UK news
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

UK police arrest suspect after car hits pedestrians

Seven people suffered serious injuries when a car drove into pedestrians in Derby, and a suspect has been arrested on multiple charges.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Man arrested in Derby after car hits multiple pedestrians, with some seriously injured

A man was arrested after a car hit and injured pedestrians in Derby, with some injuries reported as serious.
UK news
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

UK police arrest suspect after car hits pedestrians

Seven people suffered serious injuries when a car drove into pedestrians in Derby, and a suspect has been arrested on multiple charges.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Man arrested in Derby after car hits multiple pedestrians, with some seriously injured

A man was arrested after a car hit and injured pedestrians in Derby, with some injuries reported as serious.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Kids demand fixes to NYC's student OMNY cards, saying flaws encourage fare evasion

New York City students demand improvements to the OMNY card program due to durability issues and limited access.
fromStreetsblog New York City
21 hours ago

Friday's Headlines: Margin For Terror Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The first three months of 2026 were among the three safest first-three-month periods since records started being kept at the dawn of the Automobile Age, with only 42 fatalities from car crashes in New York City.
Alternative transportation
Cars
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

The Voorhees law of traffic: when overtaken slow cars seem to always catch up at a red light

Mathematics reveals that the perception of slower cars catching up at traffic lights is an illusion, as spacing remains constant on average.
London politics
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Garda in Dublin scrambler chase gets driving ban as 'Grace's law' due to come into force

A garda received a two-year road ban for dangerous driving while pursuing scrambler bikes, as new regulations to ban them take effect.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

As parents age, their children face hard choices about when to take the car keys

Older drivers may face declining skills, prompting family members to intervene regarding their ability to drive safely.
#queens
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Queens woman fatally struck by private garbage truck driver while crossing street: cops | amNewYork

A private garbage truck driver struck and killed a 19-year-old woman crossing a street in Queens late Sunday night.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Queens woman fatally struck by private garbage truck driver while crossing street: cops | amNewYork

A private garbage truck driver struck and killed a 19-year-old woman crossing a street in Queens late Sunday night.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Footage shows nearly 100 cyclists biking against traffic toward I-80

California Highway Patrol and San Francisco Police thwarted nearly 100 reckless bike riders attempting to take over the Bay Bridge, issuing citations and detaining participants.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Multiple pedestrians struck by car in Derby city centre as man arrested

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support their reporting efforts.
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

To Save Lives - And The Theater - Let's Ban Cars From Broadway - Streetsblog New York City

In that small 30-block zone last year, there were 486 reported crashes, injuring 76 cyclists, 108 pedestrians (one fatally) and 67 motorists, according to city stats. That's more than a crash every day, injuring more than 250 people.
London politics
SF parents
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

With more older drivers on the road, states try to balance safety and mobility

A 12-year-old boy, Emmet Zodrow, was critically injured by a car driven by an elderly woman who confused the brake and gas pedals.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
1 day ago

Dramatic video shows fleeing NYC suspects crash moped after 7-month-old killed by stray bullet

Two suspects fled a shooting scene in Brooklyn, resulting in a crash while a 7-month-old girl was fatally struck by a stray bullet.
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Park a Tesla In This Company's Lot and You Might Get a Ticket - Or Worse

At Stellantis headquarters, driving a company car gets you the best parking spots - but driving anything else can get you the boot. When the Jeep parent company ordered employees back to the office five days a week at its Auburn Hills, Michigan campus, workers discovered that parking a Tesla or Hyundai in a spot reserved for Stellantis vehicles could earn them a ticket from security.
Cars
fromHeybike
2 weeks ago

Can You Remove the Speed Limiter on an Electric Bike?

A speed limiter is a built-in system that determines the maximum speed at which an electric bike's motor will continue to assist the rider. Once the bike reaches a certain speed, the motor gradually reduces power or stops assisting altogether. This system is controlled by the bike's controller, the small onboard computer that manages the motor, battery, and sensors.
Bicycling
#bay-area-incidents
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

Day Around the Bay: Woman Injured In SF Hit-and-Run Involving E-Scooter

Multiple incidents occurred in the Bay Area and nationally, including an e-scooter hit-and-run injury, a gray whale death, transit infrastructure discussions, a nightclub demolition for a memorial, record-breaking heat, diplomatic tensions, and a viral performance controversy.
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

Day Around the Bay: 16 Vehicles Involved in Bay Bridge Sideshow Seized, Impounded

CHP seized 16 vehicles and impounded them for 30 days following a reckless sideshow on the Bay Bridge that blocked all westbound lanes during Christmas.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Day Around the Bay: Woman Injured In SF Hit-and-Run Involving E-Scooter

Multiple incidents occurred in the Bay Area and nationally, including an e-scooter hit-and-run injury, a gray whale death, transit infrastructure discussions, a nightclub demolition for a memorial, record-breaking heat, diplomatic tensions, and a viral performance controversy.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Day Around the Bay: 16 Vehicles Involved in Bay Bridge Sideshow Seized, Impounded

CHP seized 16 vehicles and impounded them for 30 days following a reckless sideshow on the Bay Bridge that blocked all westbound lanes during Christmas.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
3 days ago

Ride along: Amazon expands delivery e-bikes across Brooklyn and Manhattan

Amazon is expanding its delivery service using electric-assisted bikes across Brooklyn and Manhattan.
UK news
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Seizures of high-powered e-scooters and scramblers spike, but no crackdown on shops selling illegal vehicles

Garda seizures of illegal high-powered e-scooters and similar vehicles have increased significantly, yet no state agency is enforcing regulations against retailers openly selling these dangerously overpowered vehicles despite medical warnings of serious injuries.
Boston
fromNew York Daily News
1 month ago

MTA bus driver arrested for punching Brooklyn teen on bike who interfered with route

An MTA bus driver was arrested for punching a 16-year-old cyclist who interfered with his bus route in Brooklyn.
#e-scooter
Alternative transportation
fromNature
2 weeks ago

Affordable mobility for all: why we need smaller, cheaper electric vehicles

Low-speed electric vehicles offer affordable, practical decarbonization for underserved populations but remain overlooked due to bias toward expensive, high-tech solutions and nationalist trade policies.
fromQueens, NY Patch
3 weeks ago

NYC Man Dead After Scooter Hits Pothole

The man was riding a stand-up motorized scooter when he struck a pothole and was thrown to the ground, striking his head on impact. The 46-year-old man was taken to Jamaica Hospital where he was pronounced dead, police said.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

What If The Rising Costs of Car Dependency Were As Visible As Gas Prices? - Streetsblog USA

Because so many American cities are so heavily car-dependent, most U.S. residents have no choice but to pony up the cash and drive anyway. Indeed, even when gas prices climbed above $5 a gallon in 2022, driving did not plummet; a Time magazine analysis at the time found that 'the only time that fuel consumption really took a hit in the last 23 years was during the pandemic.'
Alternative transportation
#e-bike-regulation
London politics
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

Lime bikes could soon be banned in another London borough

Richmond Council may replace Lime e-bikes with Forest as the sole operator after Forest won a competitive tender, potentially banning Lime from the borough.
London politics
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

Lime bikes could soon be banned in another London borough

Richmond Council may replace Lime e-bikes with Forest as the sole operator after Forest won a competitive tender, potentially banning Lime from the borough.
California
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

New E-Bike Legislation That Includes Mandatory License Plates Panned by Bike Safety Advocates - Streetsblog California

Assembly Bill 1942 would require registration, DMV-issued license plates, proof of ownership, and enforcement fines for Class 2 and Class 3 e-bikes in California.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Man in his 70s seen using mobility scooter on motorway before police rush in

A man in his 70s accidentally drove a mobility scooter onto the M11 motorway in Essex, prompting police to safely escort him home.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Lime wants its ebikes to take over the streets but do they pass our safety test?

Many Lime e-bikes in Sydney lack helmets and show damage, creating safety risks and footpath obstructions for pedestrians and mobility device users.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Moped-riding teen muggers use machete, fists to rob other youths in string of daylight NYC crimes

A group of moped-riding teen muggers held up other youths using a machete and their fists in a string of terrifying broad-daylight Brooklyn crimes last month, police said. One of the cruel thugs even grinned during a stick-up of 14- and 16-year-old boys.
Brooklyn
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Rising demand for e-scooter rental in London - TfL

E-scooter rental demand in London surged over 50% in 2025, with 2 million trips recorded, though safety concerns persist regarding pedestrian accessibility and parking placement.
#micromobility
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Startup companies

Friday Video: Why Micromobility Sucks in So Many American Cities (But Not In Others) - Streetsblog USA

fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
New York City

City Playing Catch-Up Amid E-Micromobility Surge on City Streets, Coalition Says - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Startup companies

Friday Video: Why Micromobility Sucks in So Many American Cities (But Not In Others) - Streetsblog USA

fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
New York City

City Playing Catch-Up Amid E-Micromobility Surge on City Streets, Coalition Says - Streetsblog New York City

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Take them away, crush them': Australia faces an ebike surge that some say poses a health emergency

[Illegal ebikes] are a total menace on the road, the health minister, Mark Butler, said on Friday. Kids have done stupid things on bikes ever since the penny-farthing [but] the injuries that are coming into our hospital emergency departments are absolutely devastating. We've got to make sure we stop these things coming into the country [and] police are given the powers to crack down, to take them away, to crush them, to destroy them.
World news
US politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

When the Government Says You're 'Weaponizing' Your Car - Streetsblog USA

Powerful actors justify selective lethal force by framing ordinary or defensive driving as automotive violence, while tolerating widespread traffic deaths to keep vehicles moving.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

NJ Pols Want Registration Of Low-Speed E-Bikes, Despite Driver Mayhem - Streetsblog New York City

The bill, S4834/ A6235, requires cyclists to register any class of electric bicycle with New Jersey's Motor Vehicle Commission - the Garden State's version of the DMV - and obtain liability insurance for class 2 electric bicycles. The legislation's smooth passage through Trenton drew alarm from cycling advocates, who successfully lobbied against an even more backwards version of the legislation that would have applied its requirements to bikeshare networks.
US politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Record rise in London ebike and escooter fires

New figures have indicated a record-breaking 206 ebike and escooter fires broke out in London during 2025, according to the London Fire Brigade (LFB). Two Londoners died in the fires last year, with a total of five people since 2023. A brigade spokesperson said the blazes were often caused by faulty or poorly built vehicles, usually bought online or second hand, leading to failures in lithium-ion batteries, conversion kits or chargers.
UK news
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