Walk Bike Audit
The purpose of conducting a Walk Bike Audit is to identify pedestrian and bicycle issues by being on the ground and experiencing the built environment firsthand. The Palm Beach TPA conducts these audits, in collaboration with the municipality, roadway owners, and other stakeholders, like Palm Tran or the School District of Palm Beach County, in order to improve safety and access for people of all ages and abilities…
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. — The city of Delray Beach has initiated its pedestrian and bicycle master plan.
The goal is to create more walking and biking options for people throughout the community.
“The entire city would be a network of bicycle paths and pedestrian paths, so it makes it easy for our citizens and residents, and those people who are coming to visit to be able to have a different opportunity of being able to move through our town,” Delray Beach Mayor Shelly Petrolia said.
Weekend Trail Trek at Boca Raton: El Rio Trail
March 9 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join us for a scenic and refreshing bike ride along the El Rio Trail in Boca Raton. This trail, approximately 2.5 miles long, runs from Congress Avenue to Glades Road, offering a pleasant and enjoyable biking experience. This event is part of the Florida Bicycle Month celebrations, aiming to connect the community through active transportation.
The trek is an excellent opportunity for both avid cyclists and beginners to explore the natural beauty of the Yamato Scrub Natural Area while promoting healthier and more sustainable transportation choices.
Rivian is Working on an E-bike
Electric automaker Rivian is developing an electric bike, according to sources speaking to Bloomberg. CEO RJ Scaringe apparently told staff about the e-bike effort during a company meeting on Friday, noting that a small team is currently working on it…
Forget Tesla and Electric Cars. E-Bikes Are the Future of Transportation
The E-BIKE Act, a bill introduced by Rep. Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) and Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) in 2021, was placed in the Inflation Reduction Act that was passed by the House of Representatives in 2022. It would have rewarded constituents with a 30 percent tax credit (up to $900) on the purchase of new electric bicycles that cost less than $4,000—a potent incentive for Americans to choose an environmentally friendly, low-cost alternative to driving cars…
