First Lime bike ride: one lesson learned almost instantly
After moving to London, a journalist tried a Lime bike for the first time, finding a mix of adrenaline and caution amid punctured tyres, dead batteries, and dangerous e-bikes.
Category : E-Scooters
Lewisham tops London in e-bike and scooter fires; boy, 12, died
Lewisham had the highest number of e-bike and scooter battery fires in London homes in 2025, including a fatal incident that killed 12-year-old Fabian Henry, London Fire Brigade reveals.
New appeal after West London shooting and stabbing
Police renew appeal after two people on an e-scooter and e-bike shot at and stabbed a man in Feltham, West London. The victim, in his 20s, suffered life-threatening injuries but has fully recovered.
Lime urges multiple operators after Richmond exit
Lime has been officially removed as an e-bike operator in Richmond upon Thames, with Forest taking over exclusively. Lime UK's Senior Public Affairs Manager criticized the decision, citing reduced choice and potential harm to cycling uptake.
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Retailers Sell E-Scooters for Commuting Despite Road Ban
Major UK retailers including Amazon, Argos, Currys, and Halfords are marketing e-scooters for commuting, despite private e-scooters being banned from public roads and pavements, risking rider safety and legal penalties.
Resident Evil 4, Pikmin 4 Switch 2 Ports Leak After Direct
Insider NateTheHate confirms Resident Evil remakes and Pikmin 4 Switch 2 Edition are coming, despite missing Nintendo Direct. Other leaks include a new Ace Attorney game.
Seriously Injured E-Scooter Collisions Rise in UK
New data shows a sharp increase in seriously injured e-scooter collisions across Britain, sparking calls for stricter regulations and safety measures.
Boy, 5, Left with Hole in Skull After E-Scooter Crash
A five-year-old boy suffered a fractured skull and a permanent hole after an e-scooter collided with his bike in Northamptonshire. He underwent surgery and is recovering at home.
Australia's EV Boom Strains Public Charging Infrastructure
As EV sales hit record highs, Australia's public charging network struggles to keep pace. Drivers report 'charger rage' and call for more stations, while new apps and faster chargers aim to ease range anxiety.
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E-Scooter Rider Critically Injured Near Hyde Park
A woman in her 30s is in life-threatening condition after an e-scooter crash with an HGV near Hyde Park Place. Police investigate.
Police Officer Sacked for Drunk E-Scooter Ride at Oktoberfest
A British Transport Police officer was dismissed after riding an e-scooter while drunk at Oktoberfest in Munich, nearly four times over the legal limit.
Bolt Expands E-Bikes Ahead of London Tube Strikes
Ride-hailing firm Bolt is significantly expanding its e-bike network across central and west London as the capital prepares for six days of Tube strikes, aiming to ease pressure on the transport system.
Record High Ebike and E-Scooter Fires in UK Raise Alarm
Fire brigade data reveals a 38% surge in ebike fires and 20% increase in e-scooter blazes in 2025, with London recording the highest incidents. Experts warn of dangers from unregulated online marketplaces and counterfeit batteries.
Richmond Bans Lime E-Bikes, Forest Wins Exclusive Contract
Richmond Council has approved plans to switch e-bike providers from Lime to Forest, effectively banning Lime bikes from being hired or parked in the borough. The decision follows similar moves in Hounslow and marks a significant shift in London's micro-mo
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Man Banned After Fatal Crash on Illegal E-Bike in Shepherd's Bush
A West London man has been banned from driving and fined after riding an illegally modified e-bike that was involved in a fatal collision with a pedestrian in Shepherd's Bush. The judge warned of the 'frightening' dangers posed by such modified vehicles.
E-Bike Rentals Boom in Australia Amid E-Scooter Safety Fears
Australian cities are witnessing a dramatic shift in shared mobility as rental e-bikes experience explosive growth while e-scooter operations decline due to safety concerns and regulatory crackdowns.
E-Scooter Fire Hospitalises Two in North London
Two people rushed to hospital after lithium-ion battery fire destroys third-floor flat in Islington. London Fire Brigade issues urgent safety warning.
Teen Charged Over Fatal E-Scooter Crash in Manchester
A 14-year-old boy faces multiple charges after a fatal e-scooter collision in Wythenshawe that claimed the life of passenger Jacob Calland, also 14.
Boy, 14, Charged Over Teen's E-Scooter Death
A 14-year-old boy faces charges including causing death by dangerous driving after a teenager died in a collision between an e-scooter and a car in Wythenshawe last year.
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Man in 80s Critical After E-Scooter Hit-and-Run in Ealing
An octogenarian is fighting for his life after being struck by an e-scooter rider who fled the scene in West London. Police are urgently seeking witnesses to the collision on The Vale in Ealing.
E-Scooter Rider Dies in Peckham Bus Crash
A man in his 20s has died after his e-scooter collided with a London bus on Southampton Way in Peckham. The road remained closed for over six hours as police investigated.
Forest and Bolt to skip TfL's e-scooter trial
Key micromobility firms are avoiding Transport for London's e-scooter scheme, citing heavy regulation and low demand. Discover why the trial faces a two-horse race. Read more.
Illegal 60mph e-bikes seized in West London
Met Police and Hounslow Council seize illegal e-bikes modified to reach 60mph in safety crackdown. Joint operation targets delivery hotspots to protect pedestrians.
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