This week, we asked readers for their opinion on the new law that decreases the speed limit for e-bikes and e-scooters to 15 miles per hour, as announced by New York City Mayor Eric Adams Sept. 24, with an effective date of Oct. 24.

City officials said on Sept. 24 that the mayor delivered on a commitment made earlier this summer by announcing the 15 mph limit for e-bikes on city streets, and following the publication of the final rule in the City Record.

They said the 15 mph speed limit for e-bikes, e-scooters, and pedal-assist commercial bicycles matches the same speed limit that currently applies to stand-up e-scooters. They added that the new rule mirrors best practices for e-bike speeds in many other areas of the world, including the European Union, which has implemented speed restri

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