DENVER (KDVR) — Monday, Aug. 1, Denver residents can apply for the subsequent spherical of e-bike rebates from town.
Each month, a restricted variety of rebates are available and residents can save $400 to $1,700 on the acquisition of an e-bike.
Kenny Fischer with FattE Bikes in Denver mentioned increasingly more individuals are beginning to see e-bikes as a type of transportation.
“I tell people it’s not a heavy bike, it’s a light electric vehicle. When you shift your perspective, you start to realize, wait I can integrate this into my daily routine. Rather than hopping in a giant two-ton vehicle just to go two miles to the grocery store, I can take my e-bike instead,” Fischer mentioned.
He is glad to see the rebate program provided in Denver.
“The popularity has increased extensively, and as they continue to issue more and more rebates, these are serious buyers, these are people who have been waiting in line to get an e-bike,” he mentioned.
FattE Bikes makes their bikes in Denver, and the bikes are customizable.
The metropolis hopes the elevated use of e-bikes will enhance visitors congestion and assist promote sustainability.
E-bikes can price a pair thousand {dollars}, however Fischer mentioned that’s nothing in comparison with a automobile, insurance coverage and fuel.
As extra individuals begin to use e-bikes, he hopes different modifications will observe.
“I think the cities are going to start seeing the popularity of these rebate programs and say, ‘wow, we have more cyclists and now we need more places for them to feel safe riding their bikes,’” he mentioned.
Visit town’s web site for extra data on methods to apply for a rebate.