Fort Lauderdale banned electric scooters from the beach for the summer, saying they were too dangerous while children were on break from school. Read more here.
Are electronic scooters (or eScooters) a trend? Or, are they a new mode of transportation that is here to stay? What are the latest legal developments related to eScooters? What do you need to know if rentable eScooters are being introduced in your town or city? Here is some of the latest eScooter news:
Category: General
This article from the Washington Post covers cities where rentable eScooters are available, the types of rules and regulations that apply to eScooters, typical costs and rental requirements, and much more. Do you need to wear a helmet? How are eScooters maintained? How long does the battery last? Can you […]
Electric Scooters Were to Blame for at Least 1,500 Injuries and Deaths in the U.S. Last Year
Dan Arnold June 11, 2019
This article from Business Insider, published in 2019, examines the data from a Consumer Reports investigation which found that eScooter accidents are alarmingly common: Electric Scooters Were to Blame for at Least 1,500 Injuries and Deaths in the U.S. Last Year.
Case Study: Where Do Riders Park E-Scooters?
Dan Arnold June 11, 2019
Parking is one of the biggest issues associated with the proliferation of rentable electric scooters. Different cities have different rules and restrictions, and discarded scooters can present safety risks for other riders, motorists and pedestrians. Learn about some of the most-recent eScooter parking trends in this report from Bird: Case […]