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46 Advocates, 7 Counties, One Commonwealth: Recapping Our June 9th Advocacy Day
On June 9, 2026, 46 advocates from 7 counties across Pennsylvania came together in Harrisburg for a day of action at the State Capitol. The lobby day consisted of the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, Families for Safe Streets Greater Philadelphia, PA Safe...
Statement on the Tragic E-Moto-Truck Crash in Southampton Township, NJ
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia offers our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Chase Sudano, who tragically lost his life while riding an e-moto in a crash with a UPS box truck on June 16th on a neighborhood street near the Brendan Byrne...
No Cars, All Heart, for the 2026 Hunting Park Hustle
On a bright, breezy Saturday morning, the east side of Hunting Park came alive with bikes, sneakers, music, and community spirit for the Hunting Park Hustle, a free, family-friendly festival celebrating active transportation, BCYC youth athletes, and the Jewel of...
What Are E-Bikes? Understanding E-Bikes and the Rise of E-Motos in Pennsylvania
What Are E-Bikes? Understanding the Rules and the Rise of E-Motos Electric bikes are everywhere right now. More riders are discovering the convenience, accessibility, and fun that e-bikes provide. But with their rapid growth has also come confusion. What exactly...
Call for Increased Biking Infrastructure Near 48th and Woodland (Philadelphia)
*Please take note this post was revised 5/28/26 late afternoon with minor stylistic edits. Any previous versions should be disregarded.* Today the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia sent the following letter of support calling for increased biking...
Nearly 100 Riders Make Bike to Work and Wherever Day 2026 the Biggest Yet
Thanks to everyone who joined us for Bike to Work and Wherever Day 2026 with Independence Blue Cross and Philly Bike Train! We had the highest recorded attendance, flooding Dilworth Plaza with almost 100 riders from a combined 5 locations across the city. For the...
Meet the Schuylkill Crossing Swing Bridge Ambassador, Mable Bakali
After unanticipated delays due to supply chain issues and structural design complications, the Philadelphia Streets Department announced that the Schuylkill River Crossing Swing Bridge will be opening this summer! Here at the Coalition, we’ve been incredibly excited...
5-15-26: Joint Statement Opposing Philadelphia City Council E-Bike Legislation
Joint Statement Opposing E-Bike Legislation . At a time when many Philadelphians are facing financial pressure due to rising gas prices, inflation, and high utility costs, two City Council bills targeting low wage, primarily marginalized black and brown...
Join Us at the NJ E-Bike Ride and Rally in Trenton on May 21st
Join us in Trenton, Thursday, May 21 for a RIDE and RALLY. Bring your bike (optional), bring your voice and together we will fix this law!Here are the basic changes we’d like to see in a Better E-bike law: Low-speed electric bicycles that rely on pedal assist and max...
Decode the Rules of the Road at the Lil’ Philly Safety Village Traffic Garden
Guest blog written by Lil' Philly Safety Village Educator, Shelby Kim Can you remember a time before you could make sense of the seemingly random collection of colors, shapes, and symbols that make up our roads and intersections? Lines, dashes, arrows, changing...
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