Connecticut’s new e-bike law goes into effect in on Oct. 1. After we reported about the new law last week, many of you reached out to us with specific questions.
Click here to see our first round of FAQs.
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Here are some viewer questions we have answered:
Does this law affect electric scooters?
Yes, but not much. The new legal definition is:
Max speed of 20 mph
Weight up to 100 pounds (up from 75 pounds)
If your scooter is faster or heavier, it’s a motor-driven cycle.
Can a 14-year-old ride an e-bike that goes 28 mph and has a 750W motor?
No. That may be con