Share the road with these E-Bike safety tips for riders and drivers

Electric bicycles and scooters offer a fun and efficient way to travel, but they also come with certain risks. On most roadways, bicyclists, including those on e-bikes, scooters, and mopeds, share the same rights and responsibilities as other road users.

It's important to stay informed about regulations, safety tips, and how you can contribute to safer e-bike and e-scooter use.

Electric bikes are not permitted to be driven on sidewalks per Illinois law.

Additionally, the Glenview Police Department has a few reminders for parents, guardians and e-bike riders to share the road safely:

• Wear a helmet. The best way to protect yourself is to wear a helmet.
• Look both ways before riding through any kind of intersection. Stop and look for turning cars when crossing the street or a driveway. Be careful at crosswalks and intersections. 
• Walk your scooter in crowded areas. To avoid collisions with pedestrians, please be mindful of pedestrians and walk scooters/bikes in crowded areas.
• Avoid distractions. Do not use electronic devices, including ear buds, headphones or phones, while operating your scooter.
• Ride solo. Only one person per scooter. 
• Be respectful of others. Sound the bell attached to your scooter, announce yourself, or dismount and walk when passing a pedestrian.

Additional information about bicycle and e-bike safety can be found in the Illinois Bicycle Rules of the Road.