E-bikes, electric scooters, EVs, and everything that moves you from A to B without burning gas. The urban mobility revolution.
Class 1: Pedal-assist up to 20mph. No throttle. Allowed on most bike paths. Class 2: Throttle + pedal-assist up to 20mph. Class 3: Pedal-assist up to 28mph. Best for commuting. Check local laws.
Budget ($500-1,000): Lectric XP 3.0, RadRunner. Mid ($1,000-2,500): Aventon Soltera, RadPower RadCity. Premium ($2,500+): Specialized Turbo Vado, Trek Allant+. Cargo: RadWagon, Tern GSD.
Most e-bikes use 36V or 48V lithium-ion batteries. Range: 20-80 miles depending on assist level, terrain, rider weight, and wind. Higher Wh (watt-hours) = more range. 500Wh is a good baseline.
E-bikes need regular bike maintenance PLUS electrical care. Keep battery charged between 20-80% for longevity. Store indoors in winter. Check brake pads more often (e-bikes are heavier). Chain lube every 100 miles.
Segway Ninebot Max ($800): 40-mile range, solid tires. Xiaomi Mi Pro 2 ($500): great value, 28-mile range. Unagi Model One ($990): lightweight, stylish. Apollo City Pro ($1,600): premium performance.
Always wear a helmet. Use lights at night (front white, rear red). Ride in bike lanes when available. Watch for car doors opening. Avoid wet surfaces — scooter tires have less grip than bike tires.
E-scooter laws vary wildly by city and state. Some cities ban them from sidewalks. Some require registration. Speed limits typically 15-25mph. Check your local regulations before buying.
Standard wall outlet. 3-5 miles of range per hour of charging. Fine for overnight charging if you drive under 40 miles/day. Comes with every EV. No installation needed.
Dryer-style outlet or hardwired. 25-30 miles of range per hour. The sweet spot for home charging. $300-700 for the charger + $200-500 installation. ChargePoint, JuiceBox, Grizzl-E.
Tesla Supercharger, Electrify America, ChargePoint. 200+ miles in 20-30 minutes. Use for road trips, not daily charging. Hard on battery if used exclusively.
Tesla Supercharger: Opening to non-Tesla EVs. Largest network. Electrify America: 350kW stations, growing fast. ChargePoint: Biggest overall network (L2 + DC). Use PlugShare app to find stations.