Transport coalition’s asks from Parliamentary Inquiry into E-mobility Safety and Use 

Bicycle Queensland has joined RACQ and Queensland Walks in calling for urgent reforms to improve safety as new data shows a sharp rise in e-mobility-related injuries across Queensland. 

New research from the Queensland Injury Surveillance Unit (QISU) shows more than 2,000 people presented to Queensland emergency departments with e-mobility injuries in 2025, a 23% increase on 2024 and a 45% increase on 2023. The data represents only around 25–30% of total emergency department presentations, meaning the true number of injuries is likely significantly higher. 

At a joint press conference RACQ Head of Public Policy Dr Michael Kane said the figures show the situation is worsening rapidly. 

“Queensland’s e-mobility crisis has reached tipping point, the upcoming report provides a clear-cut opportunity to change course,” Dr Kane said. 

“We welcome the Queensland Premier’s commitment to provide the strongest response in the nation, especially considering the rate of hospitalisations in Queensland. 

“At least 2,000 Queenslanders were admitted to hospital in 2025 due to e-mobility injuries, but as emphasised during the inquiry last year, these figures represent real individuals whose lives have been upended.” 

Bicycle Queensland, along with RACQ and Queensland Walks, is urging the Parliamentary Committee to recommend strong and immediate measures to improve safety. 

“The things we are asking for cover enforcement, retailers, education, hire schemes and of course infrastructure,” said BQ CEO Prof. Matthew Burke. “If we improved these five things we’d be in a much better situation than we are now.” 

Key reforms called for by Bicycle Queensland and partners 

• Stronger enforcement to stop illegal devices and unsafe behaviour, resourcing for expanded enforcement powers, and penalties for illegal high-powered devices. 
• Crackdown on unsafe retailers, restricting sales of e-mopeds and e-motorbikes to licensed dealers and tightening import standards. 
• Improved data and education, including statewide reporting and public dashboards supported by education campaigns. 
• Investment in safer infrastructure, including higher-quality footpaths and separated cycling and micromobility lanes. 
• Revamped hire schemes to improve safety and reduce footpath clutter.