New York Enacts Stringent E-Bike Battery Safety Laws

Governor Hochul's legislation targets substandard lithium-ion batteries to curb fire hazards and enhance public safety.

New laws ban the sale of lithium-ion batteries that fail to meet state safety standards.
Retailers must provide clear safety instructions and warning tags on e-bike batteries.
Legislation includes mandatory firefighter training on handling lithium-ion battery fires.
E-bike crash reporting to the DMV is now required statewide for better data collection.
Mopeds must be registered at the point of sale to address unregistered vehicles on the streets.