Smarter regulation: proposed changes to legislation for electrically assisted pedal cycles

The government proposes 2 changes to the regulations on electrically assisted pedal cycles (EAPCs or e-cycles):

• to amend the legal definition of EAPCs, so that the maximum continuous power output of the electric motor is 500 watts instead of 250 watts
• to allow ‘twist and go’ EAPCs to have throttle assistance up to 15.5mph (25km/h) without the need for type approval

This consultation asks:

• for your views on the proposed changes
• about any benefits or risks you think the changes may have