NewsinewsourceAugust 24, 2026San Diego
San Diego County experts identify lack of safe, connected bike routes amid e-bike surge
Experts report that San Diego County currently lacks the safe and connected bicycle infrastructure necessary to accommodate the rising use of e-bikes. The report highlights that improved route connectivity is essential for reducing traffic-related injuries.
Read the full story at inewsourceWhy It Matters
Residents who use s for transportation face increased safety risks due to the current absence of dedicated, connected bike infrastructure in San Diego County.
Key Facts
- E-bike usage is currently surging within San Diego County.
- San Diego County lacks a comprehensive, connected network of safe bike routes.
- Experts state that infrastructure improvements are critical to reducing injury rates for e-bike users.
Who's Mentioned
personDr. Jay Doucet“Lead author of a UC San Diego study on e-bike injuries.”other1,216“Number of miles of Class II bike routes in the county.”other8,782“Total miles of roads in San Diego County.”personKC Gupta“18-year-old rider and youth transportation lead with SanDiego350.”personKyran Tandberg“15-year-old rider from Carlsbad.”organizationinewsource“The news organization that published the article.”personJudy Berlfein“Adult bike rider.”personRaul Campillo“San Diego City Councilmember.”personDavid Zito“Solana Beach city councilmember.”personIan Hembree“Representative with the San Diego Bike Coalition.”personAnthony Santacroce“City of San Diego public information officer.”locationSan Diego County“Jurisdiction where e-bike ordinances are being implemented.”personSinjin Ferma“12-year-old e-bike rider.”