Raleigh launches new rebate program to help people buy e

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Buying an e-bike in Raleigh just got a little cheaper.

What's happening: The City council authorized a pilot program this week that will offer a minimum $500 rebate for e-bike purchases.

What's next: A lot. Raleigh city council member Jonathan Melton tells Axios the city will spend the coming months developing an application system and identifying local third-party vendors to administer the vouchers.

Details: E-bikes come in different shapes and sizes, and how you use them will determine the type to buy, Axios' John Frank reports. The main categories are commuter, cruiser, road and mountain.

Here are four things to keep in mind:

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