E-bike injuries have doubled in Northeast Florida over the past year, and medical officials say they’re on track to double again this year.
The rising number of injuries has prompted the AAA auto club to create a statewide campaign to highlight e-bike’s safety risks. AAA officials joined University of North Florida police Thursday to talk about the dangers of electric skateboards, scooters and bicycles.
AAA’s “Safe Streets for Small Wheels” campaign will include social media and billboards, plus safety warnings at college campuses. AAA is not trying to “villainize” the use of e-bikes but work to raise awareness while discouraging risky driving habits, spokesperson Mark Jenkins said…