California SB455 amends the Vehicle Code to regulate electric bicycles and low-power mopeds, including labeling and operation requirements.

California SB455 amends the Vehicle Code to mandate that manufacturers and distributors of electric bicycles apply a permanent label to each bicycle, detailing the brand name, manufacturer or distributor, classification number, top assisted speed, and motor wattage. The label must be printed in Arial font in at least 9-point type and positioned skyward on the frame. The bill also introduces the concept of low-power mopeds, defining them as two-wheeled or three-wheeled devices with a motor capable of propelling the device at a maximum speed of not more than 30 miles per hour on level ground.

California SB455 amends the Vehicle Code to regulate electric bicycles and low-power mopeds, including labeling and operation requirements.

California SB455 amends the Vehicle Code to mandate that manufacturers and distributors of electric bicycles apply a permanent label to each bicycle, detailing the brand name, manufacturer or distributor, classification number, top assisted speed, and motor wattage. The label must be printed in Arial font in at least 9-point type and positioned skyward on the frame. The bill also introduces the concept of low-power mopeds, defining them as two-wheeled or three-wheeled devices with a motor capable of propelling the device at a maximum speed of not more than 30 miles per hour on level ground.