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A major August 2026 study delivers some of the clearest evidence yet that well-placed cycling networks dramatically increase bike commuting — but location and connectivity are everything.
The global e-bike market hit $65.8 billion in 2026 and 1.5 million units sold in the US alone last year — here's what the boom means for cycling infrastructure, road-sharing, and your own riding decisions.
PeopleForBikes' 2026 City Ratings show more than double the number of US cities scoring 50 or higher compared to 2025 — and a five-year transportation bill now in Congress could cement or reverse that progress.
Hard numbers from NHS studies, Norwegian transport data, and PeopleForBikes paint a clear picture: e-bike commuting is healthier, greener, and more consistent than most riders expect.
A landmark EU Cycling Counts study published on World Bicycle Day establishes the first comparable baseline for European cycling infrastructure, revealing 900,000 km of paths, weekly ridership of 24% of EU residents, and a €87 billion policy window just opening.
A decade-long study tracking 12,000 commuters reveals cardiovascular and metabolic benefits from regular cycling to work.
Bipartisan legislation would reimburse cycling commuters for equipment and maintenance, matching transit benefit programs.
New infrastructure data shows separated bike lanes make roads safer for everyone, yet opposition and equity concerns complicate rollout.
A Trek-backed miniature streetscape in Detroit is teaching kids to ride safely while tackling systemic barriers.
Studies show Tour de France riders live 17% longer than the general population. Here's the evidence-backed playbook for riders over 40 who want to keep improving.
