Don
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I think there should be a new license class, like CBT, specifically for using any PEV on the road of any power, including e-bikes. Just to scoop up the people with no training at all, and increase the competence of all road users.
If you have a CBT/bike/car/etc license, it should not be required. However, the theory, and practical should now include notes, advice and questions on PEV use. I am also a great believer in the increasing the difficulty of a getting a CBT. It should be so much tougher, and also remove the 2 year re-take option to make it a proper qualification.
As such, these PEV should be have to be registered, display a plate at all time in use, and the rider be insured to ride (for on the road use). I would draw the line at taxing them, as they are a low emissions vehicle, so would not be subject to these charges anyway, and we should be encouraging their use.
If you have a CBT/bike/car/etc license, it should not be required. However, the theory, and practical should now include notes, advice and questions on PEV use. I am also a great believer in the increasing the difficulty of a getting a CBT. It should be so much tougher, and also remove the 2 year re-take option to make it a proper qualification.
As such, these PEV should be have to be registered, display a plate at all time in use, and the rider be insured to ride (for on the road use). I would draw the line at taxing them, as they are a low emissions vehicle, so would not be subject to these charges anyway, and we should be encouraging their use.
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