It’s Electric! E-Bike Usage Takes Off in the United States: Part Three

January 14, 2026 in Transportation & Fuels Author: Aaron Westling

In part one of this blog series, we explored the rapid rise in electric bike (e-bike) usage and the public investments fueling this trend. E-bikes can play a crucial role in building a more reliable, affordable, and sustainable transportation system that reduces dependence on personal vehicles, a key part of GPI’s work to decarbonize the transportation sector. State rebate programs and local incentives have made e-bikes more accessible than ever. Continue reading »

It’s Electric! E-Bike Usage Takes Off in the United States: Part One

August 27, 2025 in Transportation & Fuels Author: Aaron Westling

Electric bikes (e-bikes) have taken the United States by storm. Whether using a traditional e-bike to commute up a particularly daunting hill, an e-cargo bike to get a child to school, or an e-bikeshare bike to meet friends for dinner, the comfort and convenience provided by a small electric motor allow folks of a broad range of ages and abilities to hit the streets. Continue reading »