We Shouldn't Punish E-bikes Just Because They're Effective

21 Aug 2023 | Abstracted from Park Record

"E-bikes are an important part of reducing traffic and environmental impacts in [Park City, Utah]. It is also a great way for younger people to get to their activities around town: soccer practice, sporting events...all of these options for travel by e-bike reduce traffic on the roads and reduce emissions in town.

"With any form of transportation, there will be people that aren't considerate of others...We shouldn't punish the form of transportation because it is effective."

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