Sydney commuters increase bike usage by 25% amid rising fuel prices

Sydney commuters turned to bicycles in March to counter soaring fuel prices, with bike-sharing trips increasing by 25% to 600,000. Traffic on major roads fell by 5% compared to last year, highlighting a significant shift towards cycling. Bike retailers report a 136% surge in electric bike sales, reflecting changing consumer preferences amid rising living costs.

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