As the use of electric and hybrid vehicles (EHVs) increases, so too does research and attention to their safety compared with traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. Data for Light vehicles from the Australian Automobile Association  (AAA) shows a steady, gradual increase in EHV sales over the last 4 years, matched by a decline in ICE vehicle sales. EHVs comprised nearly 28% of new Light vehicle sales in the first 3 quarters of 2025, compared with almost 12% fo

The increased use of e-bikes and e-scooters is clearly evident on Australian roads, especially in urban areas. These vehicles offer users a range of benefits for short-range trips, including low purchase and operating costs, convenience, accessibility and the absence of licencing and training requirements, as well as age restrictions. While research on the safety aspects of micromobility devices has been conducted in many places over the last decade, authorities face new chal