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Dr. Jennifer Dill: Electric bikes

Dr. Jennifer Dill, from Portland State University, will be available for interviews on Thursday, May 11, from 1-2:30 p.m. ET.

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Interview opportunity available:

Thursday, May 11, 1 to 2:30 p.m. ET

“E-bikes” are soaring in popularity, and many cities and states are offering rebates, tax credits, or other incentives to purchase them.

Available Expert:

Dr. Jennifer Dill is a professor of urban studies and planning and director of the Transportation Research and Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University. She can discuss topics including:

  • E-bike purchasing and ridership trends;
  • The effects of programs incentivizing the purchase of e-bikes;
  • The health and mobility benefits of e-bikes;
  • Environmental sustainability of e-bikes compared to gas- or electric-powered cars;
  • How e-bikes fit into the transportation landscape in urban, suburban, and rural areas; and
  • E-bikes effects on road safety, for both e-bike riders and other users of the road including bicyclists, pedestrians, and motorists.

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