New York City has passed a law legalizing electric bike deliveries citywide, including areas that previously restricted their use. The move is expected to ease last-mile delivery and reduce carbon emissions.
Delivery drivers, many of whom are immigrants from South Asia and Latin America, have celebrated the decision. The city will also create safe e-bike lanes and offer subsidies to upgrade vehicles.
Urban planners in Mumbai and Dhaka are closely observing this model, considering its potential to decongest roads and empower gig workers. A delegation from Delhi’s transport ministry is expected to visit NYC later this year to study the system.
