New York City Law Mandates UL-Certification for Electric Bikes
Written by: Rémy Rossi | April 8, 2025 | Time to read 4 min
The Big Apple has a big rulebook when it comes to e-Bikes. New York City e-Bike laws require that all electric bikes sold in the city have UL certification for battery safety.
More about the Author: Remy Rossi
Rémy Rossi is a bike writer, mechanic, and educator who got his start in community-based bike shops and co-ops. With a decade in the industry, he still wrenches on bikes when he can and plays bike polo on a fixie.
If you’ve ever been to New York City, you know that it’s a crazy place. A wonderful, hustling-and-bustling place with endless energy, but chaotic nonetheless. And these days, there are more electric bikes than ever, in part due to the increase in delivery workers who travel via e-Bike. However, many cheap, low-quality e-Bikes have also hit the streets with uncertified batteries that pose a safety risk. To clean up the regulatory mess, NYC recently mandated UL-certification requirements for all electric bikes sold in the city.
New York City UL certification mandate
What is UL certification?
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Implications of the New York UL-Certification requirement
UL-Certified e-Bikes
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Upway offers a range of high-quality and affordable electric bikes with premium components and high levels of safety. Many of Upway's offerings are already UL-certified, and all bike batteries are tested by an experienced team of mechanics to ensure optimal safety and efficacy.
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Key Takeaways
- NYC Enforces UL Certification for e-Bikes: As of 2023, all e-Bikes sold, leased, or distributed in New York City must meet UL 2849 safety standards, addressing fire and electrical hazards linked to uncertified batteries.
- Battery Safety Takes Center Stage: The new law focuses on reducing risks by requiring certified battery systems, safe charging setups, and potential bike swap programs for riders using non-compliant models.
- Upway Supports Safe, Compliant Riding: Upway offers a wide range of UL-certified electric bikes, plus a dedicated collection of UL-certified e-Bike to help NYC riders stay compliant.
