Charlotte City Council has begun examining city laws that govern electric-powered bikes. This came after a 13-year-old boy suffered a concussion, brain bleed, and broken collarbone in a May 20 crash. The incident has sparked heated discussion about young riders and safety laws.
Cam Fuller lost control while riding with friends near Birkdale. He flew over the handlebars. The pavement hit him hard enough to knock him out cold. He wore no helmet during the accident.
The crash has drawn attention to confusion about what counts as an e-bike under North Carolina law. Cam’s mother Azu purchased what she believed was a slower model for safety. But the bike can hit speeds up to 33 mph. It weighs 85 pounds with steel construction and full suspension…