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Electric bikes meeting the EAPC regulations can be ridden on the road without being taxed, licensed or insured.
Important Safety Message from OPSS.
The UK Government has produced resources to raise awareness around the safe purchasing, use and charging of e-bikes and e-scooters.
Check the tariff classification for bicycles, tricycles and quadricycles, with pedal assistance.
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Product Safety Report for Evercross EK28 Electric Bikes presenting a serious risk of fire.
Product Safety Report for Hitway BK15 Electric Bike presenting a serious risk of fire.
Product Safety Report for Forever Electric Bike presenting a serious risk of fire.
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