Okay #biketooter, who has #ebike recommendations? I intend to use an e-bike in the USA for short commutes (5 miles round trip) on 35 mph roads, and maybe some light grocery hauling. I can ruck 5 miles with a 55+ lb pack, so in decent but not spectacular shape.
You may want to try out a bunch of different ones, they all feel and behave differently.
I didn't like the no-pedal types, for instance, and I didn't like the pedal-assist type where the assist kicks in too fast- but that's just me. I'm very happy with my Gazelle for it's upright seating, its smooth assist (it's smooth even without assist!), its baggage carrier, and its waterproofness - it's made for the Dutch, after all. Definitely buy a chain that fits into the built-in lock.