June 7, 2020 - (San Francisco, CA) The benefits of owning a battery-powered two-wheeler far outweigh the downsides, especially in a pandemic reports the New York Times. For many Americans an electric bike has become a compelling alternative for commuters who are being discouraged from taking public transportation and Ubers. For others, e-bikes provide much-needed fresh air after months of confinement.

An e-bike can keep you out of your car and may become crucial for squeezing through nightmare traffic in the future. Another benefit, which is important in hard times: E-bikes bring joy claims the article. “I’m no fan of cycling in San Francisco, but on an e-bike, I saw more of the outdoors than I normally would, while keeping a safe distance from people,” writes Brian X. Chen. Read the full article here.