Many children swapped traditional toys for a trendier ride this festive season, with e-scooters and e-bikes under the tree. “School zones are crucial areas where road safety must always be top of mind. Mr Williams said families using e-bikes for school commutes should also ensure they were prepared for breakdowns or emergencies. RACV’s Bike Assist service can be used for electric bikes, providing help when breakdowns occur during school commutes. They can only ride on shared-use paths or roads with speed limits up to 60km/h, and must not exceed 20km/h.