While having a car has its benefits in an urban sprawl, an electric bicycle is a much more affordable and efficient option for a college student. For one, college campuses are often laden with walking areas where cars cannot travel. Because of this, often students are forced to park their car in a parking lot, and walk to their classes. However, with electric bicycles, it’s possible to traverse the campus, and even avoid the expensive costs of parking. Let’s face it, car insurance is a real concern for a college student. Even those who have a perfect driving record pay an arm and a leg when compared to adults over the age of 30. With an electric bicycle, there’s no need to pay expensive car insurance dues, and that savings can be spent on books, tuition, or even entertainment! Electric bicycles can also travel significant distances on a single charge, and are great for traveling throughout the city while avoiding traffic and the cost and inconvenience of parking.

While there’s not a lot required to use an electric bicycle, it is necessary to have a solid bike lock. Don’t even bother with the reinforced cables, make sure to get a U shaped bar lock. These are the safest and will ensure the bike is secure while it is parked on campus.