There has been a surge in popularity of e-bikes recently. Sales of electric bikes rose by 400 percent since 2020. And with a recent effort to launch a state rebate system for e-bikes in Minnesota, they've been an even hotter topic. But with owning an e-bike comes a bigger responsibility than a regular bike. There are more safety risks when it comes to riding and charging your e-bike. In New York City in 2023, e-bike batteries were the source of 255 fires, 150 injuries and 18 deaths. Riding them have also proven to be more dangerous. A recent report from the National Transportation Safety Board concluded that fatalities associated with e-bike ridership also increased exponentially.Bike Minnesota Deputy Director Angela Olsen joined MPR News Host Cathy Wurzer to discuss how you can stay safe.