Jul 23 - City will let property owners install e-bike charging stations on sidewalks. The move aims to stop deadly basement charging and bring safety to delivery workers. A new battery trade-in program will target dangerous lithium-ion batteries and mopeds. Community resistance remains.

On July 23, 2024, the Department of Transportation announced a new initiative to permit private sidewalk e-bike and moped charging stations. The program, previewed at a press conference with Mayor Adams, will open for applications by year’s end after a public hearing on August 21. The matter, described as making it 'easier and faster for property owners to install public battery charging and swapping cabinets,' seeks to replace illegal, hazardous charging hubs with regulated infrastructure. Council Member Keith Powers, who sponsored last year’s battery trade-in law, said, 'No one wants to use—or be anywhere near—batteries that aren't safe to charge.' Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh called current illegal charging 'effectively death traps.' The city will also fund a $2 million battery and moped trade-in program. Delivery worker advocates want the new stations to be free or low-cost. Community board opposition has slowed previous efforts. The mayor remains neutral on state e-bike registration proposals.

• DOT Will Fast-Track Private Sidewalk E-Bike Charging Stations, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-07-23

Jul 20 - A taxi and an SUV collided on East 64 Street in Manhattan at night. The taxi driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash. Both vehicles sustained damage on their sides.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:31 on East 64 Street near 3 Avenue in Manhattan. The collision involved a northbound taxi and a northbound SUV. The taxi driver, a 64-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and experienced shock but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. The taxi was struck on the right front bumper, while the SUV sustained damage to its left rear quarter panel. The taxi driver was licensed in New Jersey and was going straight ahead, while the SUV driver was changing lanes. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and lane changes in dense Manhattan traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4741759 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 18 - A 41-year-old e-scooter driver suffered upper arm injuries after an SUV collided with his vehicle’s front end on East 64th Street and 2nd Avenue. The crash, caused by driver inattention, left the rider in shock and pain.

According to the police report, at 16:40 on 2 Avenue near East 64 Street in Manhattan, a 2021 Honda SUV traveling east struck a southbound e-scooter. The point of impact was the SUV’s left rear bumper and the e-scooter’s center front end. The e-scooter driver, a 41-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain proper attention. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and wore no safety equipment, but no victim behavior was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4741755 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 14 - A moped rider lay dead at East 79th and 2nd. An SUV, eastbound, struck him. Both drivers unlicensed. The helmet shattered. Head wounds fatal. The moped, crushed in the dark, marked another night of violence on Manhattan streets.

At the corner of East 79th Street and 2nd Avenue in Manhattan, a fatal collision claimed the life of a moped rider. According to the police report, a southbound moped was struck by an eastbound SUV. Both the moped rider and the SUV driver were unlicensed at the time of the crash. The report states the moped rider was ejected, his helmet crushed, and he suffered fatal head wounds. The contributing factor listed is 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The SUV's front end struck the moped, which was left demolished at the scene. The police report makes clear that both drivers operated vehicles without licenses, and the disregard for traffic control directly contributed to the deadly outcome. The focus remains on the systemic danger posed by unlicensed drivers and ignored traffic controls.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4740845 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 12 - A 42-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered head injuries on East 86 Street. The crash involved driver inattention and distraction. The rider wore a helmet but sustained a contusion and bruising to the head.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 86 Street at 22:45. The vehicle involved was a 2024 ZHILO moped traveling north, driven by a 42-year-old male who was unlicensed. The moped struck an object or surface with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The driver was ejected from the vehicle and sustained head injuries described as contusions and bruising. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The rider was wearing a helmet at the time of the accident. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The driver remained conscious after the crash but suffered serious injury severity level 3. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted and unlicensed operation of mopeds in the city.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4740236 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 12 - New state law forces moped and e-bike sellers to register vehicles, educate buyers, and ban unsafe batteries. Lawmakers say this closes loopholes, shifts blame from workers, and aims to cut rising crashes. Streets see more mopeds, more injuries, more tension.

On July 12, 2024, Governor Hochul signed a package of eight bills into law, including new moped and e-bike safety regulations. The legislation, sponsored by State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Assemblymember Alex Bores, requires retailers to register mopeds at the point of sale, provide safety information, and prohibit the sale of substandard lithium-ion batteries. The law also mandates crash reporting and new safety training for first responders. Hoylman-Sigal said, 'I've received more complaints about the hazards these mopeds cause than just about any other issue.' Bores added, 'By requiring the registration of mopeds at point of sale and the collection of e-bike collision data, we are making our streets safer and increasing accountability.' The law shifts accountability to retailers, aiming to improve street safety without penalizing delivery workers. Council Member Shekar Krishnan and State Senator Liz Kruger also voiced support, highlighting the dangers of unregistered mopeds and the need for better buyer education. The law responds to a sharp rise in moped-related injuries and community complaints across New York City.

• Moped and E-Bike Safety Legislation Becomes State Law, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-07-12

Jul 11 - Two bicyclists collided head-on on East 66 Street in Manhattan. Both were riding straight ahead when driver inattention caused the crash. One rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, two bicyclists traveling in opposite directions on East 66 Street collided around 18:03. Both riders were going straight ahead when the collision occurred at the center front end of their bikes. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both bicyclists, indicating both failed to maintain proper attention. One 44-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was not ejected from his bike. Neither bicyclist wore safety equipment. No damage was reported to either bike. This crash highlights the dangers of distracted riding among cyclists themselves, with both drivers' inattention directly leading to the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739705 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 10 - A 20-year-old man was struck and injured on York Avenue near East 61st Street. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. The crash occurred away from an intersection, with no driver errors cited in the report.

According to the police report, a 20-year-old male pedestrian was injured on York Avenue near East 61st Street in Manhattan at 16:32. The pedestrian was not in the roadway and was struck outside an intersection. He sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists no contributing factors related to the driver or the pedestrian. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are noted. The absence of driver fault in the report highlights the unpredictable dangers pedestrians face even when not crossing at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739370 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 9 - A motorcycle changing lanes struck a sedan traveling straight on FDR Drive. Both motorcycle occupants were ejected and injured, suffering abrasions, whiplash, and head trauma. Driver inattention and improper lane usage led to the violent crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on FDR Drive at 15:30 when a motorcycle was changing lanes and collided with a sedan traveling straight ahead. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old male, was ejected and sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was wearing a helmet but was cited for driver inattention, distraction, and inexperience. The motorcycle passenger, a 23-year-old female, also wearing a helmet, was ejected and suffered head injuries and whiplash. The sedan driver, unlicensed and traveling south, was impacted on the left rear bumper and left rear quarter panel. Contributing factors include improper passing or lane usage and following too closely. The crash highlights driver errors such as inattention, distraction, and improper lane changes as the primary causes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739366 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 6 - A 52-year-old female bicyclist was injured when a distracted driver struck her on East 89 Street. The impact caused minor bleeding and injury to her elbow and lower arm. The driver’s inattention was cited as the primary cause.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:04 on East 89 Street in Manhattan. The bicyclist, a 52-year-old woman traveling south, was struck on the left side doors of her bike. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bicyclist suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, with minor bleeding and shock noted. She was not ejected from the bike. The driver’s failure to maintain attention directly led to the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited in the report. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in urban environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738583 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 5 - A bus changing lanes struck a taxi merging northbound on 3 Avenue, Manhattan. Both drivers and a passenger suffered neck injuries from whiplash. The crash was worsened by slippery pavement and failure to yield right-of-way, according to the police report.

According to the police report, the collision occurred on 3 Avenue near East 74 Street in Manhattan at 7:34 pm. A bus traveling northbound was changing lanes when it impacted the right side doors of a northbound taxi that was merging. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The bus driver, taxi driver, and a right rear passenger in the bus sustained neck injuries consistent with whiplash. Both drivers were licensed, with the bus driver holding a New Jersey license and the taxi driver a New York license. The passenger was not ejected and did not use safety equipment. The collision caused damage to the bus's right front bumper and the taxi's right side doors. The police report highlights driver errors and hazardous road conditions as central to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4740234 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 5 - A pedicab driver suffered arm injuries when a vehicle making a right turn struck the pedicab’s left side. The crash at 6:45 AM on 3 Avenue in Manhattan exposed driver distraction and inexperience as key factors in the collision.

According to the police report, at 6:45 AM on 3 Avenue near East 60 Street in Manhattan, a pedicab traveling west was hit on its left side doors by a vehicle making a right turn northwest. The pedicab driver, a 24-year-old male bicyclist, was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors, highlighting the turning vehicle’s failure to maintain attention. The pedicab driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was noted on the right front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left side doors of the pedicab. This crash underscores the dangers posed by distracted and inexperienced drivers making turns in busy Manhattan streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738816 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 4 - A sedan making a right turn collided with a southbound e-bike on East 93 Street in Manhattan. The 32-year-old e-bike rider was partially ejected, suffering abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Driver inattention caused the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:42 on East 93 Street near 2 Avenue in Manhattan. A sedan traveling west was making a right turn when it struck a southbound e-bike. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was partially ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe the e-bike. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but no contributing victim behaviors were noted. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the e-bike, showing the collision occurred during the sedan's turn. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in interactions with vulnerable e-bike riders.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738254 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 3 - A sedan blasted through the light at 2nd Avenue and East 74th. The bike hit hard. The cyclist flew, head split, blood pooling. He lay semiconscious on the pavement. The car sat untouched. The night air thick with sirens and shock.

According to the police report, a sedan disregarded a traffic control at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 74th Street. The report states the sedan 'ran the light.' A cyclist, traveling south, struck the car's side and was ejected, landing hard and suffering a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. The cyclist was described as semiconscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The sedan sustained no damage, while the bike impacted the right side doors. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but the report cites driver errors—specifically, ignoring the traffic signal and inattention—as the primary causes. No mention is made of any actions by the cyclist contributing to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737814 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 2 - Two vehicles collided on Manhattan’s 1 Avenue, sending three occupants into shock with back and face injuries. Both drivers were distracted, according to the police report. All injured wore seat belts and suffered moderate trauma from the crash impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:15 on 1 Avenue near East 84 Street in Manhattan. A 2016 Ford SUV traveling east and a 2017 Volvo sedan traveling north collided while both were going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factors. Three female occupants were injured: the SUV driver (45 years old) with back injuries, the sedan driver (32 years old) with facial injuries, and a front passenger in the SUV (35 years old) with back injuries. All occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. Each suffered injury severity level 3 and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction in multi-vehicle crashes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738253 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 2 - State senators debate cutting the $15 congestion toll. Brad Hoylman-Sigal backs a lower fee if safety and transit gains hold. Liz Krueger wants $1 billion for the MTA. Jabari Brisport slams the rushed process. Trump vows to kill the tolls.

On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), discussed reducing the $15 base congestion pricing fee. The debate, reported by Gothamist, centers on whether a lower toll could unfreeze the program while still funding the MTA. Hoylman-Sigal said, "Nobody's wedded to $15. We are wedded to the improvements that congestion pricing will provide for mass transit or safety on our streets for cleaner air." Sen. Liz Krueger is open to a new fee if it raises $1 billion yearly. Sen. Jabari Brisport criticized the lack of study and feedback in the process, calling it "irresponsible." Any change needs legislative, MTA, and federal approval. Trump has promised to end congestion pricing if elected. No formal safety analysis was provided for vulnerable road users.

• NY lawmakers weigh lower congestion pricing fee – but Trump could kill tolls if elected, gothamist.com, Published 2024-07-02

Jul 2 - Albany stalls. The MTA faces a $15 billion hole. Lawmakers argue over reviving congestion pricing with a lower toll. Transit hangs in the balance. Streets stay clogged. Riders and walkers wait for answers. No fix. No funding. Danger lingers.

On July 2, 2024, state lawmakers, including Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47), debated the future of congestion pricing and MTA funding. The matter, reported as 'MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls,' highlights confusion and division. Hoylman-Sigal supports lowering the toll, saying, 'The goal should be mend it don’t end it.' He urges keeping the program alive to save mass transit. Sen. Liz Krueger is open to tweaks if goals are met. Assemblyman Gary Pretlow opposes any revival. The MTA faces a $15 billion shortfall after the program’s pause. Policy experts warn that lowering the toll could weaken congestion relief and transit funding. No clear plan exists. Vulnerable road users remain at risk as gridlock and uncertainty persist.

• MTA in dark over Gov. Hochul’s talks to revive congestion pricing with lower tolls: ‘I don’t know anything’, nypost.com, Published 2024-07-02

Jul 1 - A sedan rear-ended a box truck on East 61 Street. The sedan driver suffered leg injuries. Police cite a defective accelerator. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. Machine failure turned routine traffic deadly.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on East 61 Street struck the rear of a box truck moving in the same direction. The sedan's driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and restrained at the time. The report lists a defective accelerator as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The box truck driver was licensed and uninjured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. This crash shows the danger when vehicle malfunctions strike in city traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738815 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 1 - A 24-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and semiconsciousness after a front-end collision in Manhattan. The sedan was traveling east when the crash occurred. The driver was not ejected but reported pain and nausea following impact.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male driver in a 2010 Chevrolet sedan was traveling eastbound near East 62 Street in Manhattan at 3:32 a.m. The vehicle sustained center front end damage, indicating a frontal collision. The driver was injured, suffering neck trauma and was semiconscious after the crash, with complaints of pain and nausea. The report lists the driver's contributing factors as unspecified, with no other vehicles or pedestrians involved. The driver was licensed in New York and was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The crash narrative does not specify other contributing factors or victim behaviors, focusing on the driver's condition and vehicle damage.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737222 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 30 - A pick-up truck struck a bicyclist traveling north on East 61st Street in Manhattan. The cyclist was ejected and suffered serious lower leg injuries. Police cited the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the cause of the crash.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 16:45 on East 61st Street near 1 Avenue in Manhattan involving a pick-up truck traveling west and a bicyclist traveling north. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly states the contributing factor as the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way. The impact occurred on the left side doors of the bike, indicating the truck struck the cyclist from the side. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash and was using some form of safety equipment classified as 'Other.' This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver errors in yielding to vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737067 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19