| Source | Latest linked headline | Age |
|---|---|---|
| Times of India | ZOHRAN MAMDANI TELLS AMAZON, WALMART AND 40 OTHERS: STOP SELLING THESE DEVICES | 1 hr ago |
According to the Times of India, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has instructed major online retailers—including Amazon and Walmart—to stop selling illegal high‑speed e‑bikes. The mayor also proposed opening five city‑funded grocery stores to provide essential goods at lower prices for residents.
Mamdani said the ban aims to improve public safety and reduce tragic incidents linked to the e‑bikes. He added that the new grocery stores would offer significant savings each year for the average New Yorker, though specific price reductions were not disclosed.
The move reflects the mayor’s focus on both transportation safety and food affordability amid ongoing concerns about dangerous high‑speed electric vehicles in urban areas.