Why more parents are riding cargo bikes, skipping the minivan

Lelac Almagor waits as her kids get ready for the ride to school. Her cargo bike is technically a trike, with two wheels in front for more stability.

Many parents are now are forgoing minivans for greener alternatives: cargo bikes. They have been around for decades, but the advent of the electric bike motor has made them much more popular.

(Image credit: Jacob Fenston)