{"id":350559,"date":"2025-12-15T23:53:10","date_gmt":"2025-12-15T23:53:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/350559\/"},"modified":"2025-12-15T23:53:10","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T23:53:10","slug":"help-shape-the-future-of-e-bikes-in-regional-victoria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/350559\/","title":{"rendered":"Help shape the future of e-bikes in regional Victoria"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you an e-bike rider living in regional Victoria? Whether you\u2019re cruising the state\u2019s wonderful rail trails or tackling hilly terrain with electric ease, researchers want to hear from you.<\/p>\n<p>A new research project led by La Trobe University is exploring the experiences of e-bike users in regional and rural areas \u2013 and your insights could help shape safer, healthier and more sustainable transport options for your community.<\/p>\n<p>Why this matters<\/p>\n<p>We all know that e-bikes are great for our health, our wallets and the planet. But despite the benefits, safety concerns and other barriers continue to hold people back \u2013 especially in regional areas where cycling infrastructure is limited.<\/p>\n<p>E-bikes are changing the game. With electric assistance, riders can travel further, overcome environmental challenges, and enjoy active transport in new ways. But we need to know more about how e-bike users experience safety, motivation and confidence on the road.<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s involved?<\/p>\n<p>La Trobe\u2019s research team are inviting adults (18 years and over) who currently ride \u2013 or have previously ridden \u2013 an e-bike in regional Victoria to take part in a short, anonymous online survey. It takes 10 minutes and covers:<\/p>\n<p>your riding habits and motivations<br \/>\nyour confidence and safety perceptions<br \/>\nyour preferences for cycling infrastructure<br \/>\nyour ideas for making e-bike riding safer and more accessible.<\/p>\n<p>You will have the chance to enter a prize draw for a $100 gift card at the end of the survey.<\/p>\n<p>Your voice matters<\/p>\n<p>By sharing your experience, you\u2019ll help inform better transport planning, road safety initiatives and community programs that support e-bike use in regional areas. Together, we can make e-bike riding a safe, convenient and enjoyable option for more Victorians.<\/p>\n<p>Ready to have your say?<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/latrobe.questionpro.com.au\/ebike\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Click here to take the survey<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>Thank you for helping us pedal toward a better future.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1020\" height=\"574\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ebike-survey-2-1400x788.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\"  \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p>Like our articles?<\/p>\n<p>Become a Member and help fund our advocacy work.<\/p>\n<p>    <a id=\"button_237763260\" href=\"https:\/\/bicyclenetwork.com.au\/membership\/\" target=\"\" class=\"button   inverted \" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><br \/>\n      Join Now<br \/>\n    <\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Or <a href=\"https:\/\/bicyclenetwork.com.au\/become-our-friend\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">become our friend and subscribe<\/a> to receive our fortnightly newsletter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Are you an e-bike rider living in regional Victoria? 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