Rise in accidents involving kids and e-bikes sparks debate about regulation

NPR | By Katia Riddle

Published October 12, 2026 at 6:08 PM EDT

Emergency room departments are reporting soaring numbers of pediatric trauma accidents associated with micromobility devices. Experts and advocates agree that the federal government needs to step in.

Katia Riddle

Katia Riddle is a correspondent on NPR’s science desk.

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