E-Scooter Safety refers to the practices, regulations, and guidelines aimed at ensuring the safe operation and use of electric scooters (e-scooters) in various environments. This encompasses the responsibility of both riders and other road users to minimize the risk of accidents and injuries. Key aspects of e-scooter safety include wearing protective gear, adhering to traffic laws, operating on designated pathways, maintaining appropriate speed, signaling intentions, and being aware of surroundings. E-scooter safety also involves the infrastructure provided by cities, such as proper parking zones, dedicated lanes, and public awareness campaigns. Compliance with these safety measures helps to create a safer experience for e-scooter riders, pedestrians, and drivers alike.
Swedish researchers highlight the dangers of e-scootering, linking many accidents to rider behavior. Using a smartphone while riding increases the likelihood of accidents by six times. Group riding triples the…
A shocking accident shook East Karen Avenue last Friday afternoon when an SUV collided with an e-scooter, leaving the rider fighting for his life. Just before 3 p.m., a Toyota…