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Electric cyclists take greater risks and injure themselves more

Those who ride electric bicycles or electric scooters have a more risk-filled traffic behavior than a person who cycles with muscle power. This is shown by a review of accident statistics that American researchers have conducted.

» Updated: 29 July 2024, 12:28

» Published: 28 July 2024

Electric cyclists take greater risks and injure themselves more
Photo: Berit Roald/NTB/TT

Those who ride electric bicycles or electric scooters have a more hazardous traffic behavior than a person who cycles with muscle power. This is shown by a review of accident statistics that American researchers have conducted.

The use of electric scooters and electric bicycles is increasing sharply, not least in major cities. The change affects not only traffic flows but also the types of accidents that occur. This is shown by an American study where researchers have reviewed accident and healthcare statistics.

Between 2017 and 2022, the number of electric bicycle-related injuries doubled every year. With electric scooters, an annual increase of 45 percent was seen.

The data covers around 86,000 people and points to differences in both injuries and drivers between different types of bicycles.

Among other things, the statistics show that those who ride electric bicycles and electric scooters are older and less often wear helmets. Those who are injured on electric scooters and electric bicycles are also significantly more often alcohol-impaired.

The study also shows differences in the types of injuries cyclists sustain. Accidents with electric scooters more often led to internal injuries, while those who cycle regular bicycles more often had injuries to the upper body, arms, and hands.

Neurological injuries and head injuries were approximately equally common in both groups.

The researchers write that while different types of electric bicycles can make a significant contribution to health and the climate, more adapted infrastructure and educational efforts are needed to create safe cycling.

The study is published in the journal Jama Network Open.

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By TTThis article has been altered and translated by Sweden Herald

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