> Ideally, the law would set that speed limit to ~20mph since that is what a person pedaling can readily achieve. Federal law already does that (in the USA, at

> Ideally, the law would set that speed limit to ~20mph since that is what a person pedaling can readily achieve. Federal law already does that (in the USA, at least). E-Bikes sold in the US can't go faster than 20mph. You're also right in that e-bikes aren't going to revolutionize commuting anywhere but in crowded cities. It does solve the last mile problem, though. Trains can get you from the country to the city and the ebike can get you through the city faster than anything other than a motorcycle. They're also fun as hell to ride. :)