新南威尔士州看到电子自行车伤害上升;计划降低电力限额并考虑强制性保险。 NSW sees rise in e-bike injuries; plans to lower power limits and consider mandatory insurance.

2025年,新南威尔士州报告,与速度、酒精和缺乏头盔有关的严重电子自行车伤增加,促使人们呼吁采取更强有力的安全措施。 In 2025, New South Wales reported a rise in severe e-bike injuries linked to speed, alcohol, and lack of helmets, prompting calls for stronger safety measures. 随着超过100万辆电子摩托车和电子摩托车的使用,政府正在考虑强制性保险,并将法定权力限制从500瓦降至250瓦,以符合国家标准。 With over a million e-bikes and e-scooters in use, the government is considering mandatory insurance and lowering the legal power limit from 500 to 250 watts to align with national standards. 虽然一些官员和法律专家敦促制定条例处理责任和安全风险,但另一些官员和法律专家警告说,强制性保险可能不切实际,费用昂贵,特别是对于年轻的骑手而言。 While some officials and legal experts urge regulation to address liability and safety risks, others warn that mandatory insurance could be impractical and costly, especially for young riders. 辩论的中心是兼顾安全、无障碍和有效监管。 The debate centers on balancing safety, accessibility, and effective regulation.