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General · 7 July 2026

E-bike injury payouts top £110m, pushing up insurance costs

E-bike injury payouts top £110m, pushing up insurance costs

Payouts for injuries involving e-bikes and e-scooters have now gone over £110 million, according to figures posted by the BBC. The increase in payouts is also causing insurance premiums to rise across the UK. These figures highlight a growing trend in personal injury claims related to electric two-wheeled vehicles.

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