Scooter news

Here are some recent scooter news updates:

Industry News

  1. Lime and Bird to merge: In a surprise move, scooter rental companies Lime and Bird announced plans to merge, creating a new company called Neutron Holdings.
  2. Segway-Ninebot acquires Gogoro: Segway-Ninebot, a leading e-scooter manufacturer, acquired Gogoro, a Taiwanese startup that specializes in electric scooters and battery swapping technology.
  3. Voi raises $50 million: Voi, a Swedish scooter rental company, raised $50 million in funding to expand its operations in Europe and the US.

Regulatory News

  1. New York City bans e-scooters: New York City has banned e-scooters from its streets, citing safety concerns and the need for more regulation.
  2. California passes e-scooter safety bill: California has passed a bill requiring e-scooter companies to provide safety information to riders and to implement safety features such as helmets and brakes.
  3. Washington, D.C. introduces e-scooter regulations: Washington, D.C. has introduced new regulations for e-scooters, including requirements for helmets, brakes, and speed limits.

Product News

  1. Segway-Ninebot launches new e-scooter: Segway-Ninebot launched a new e-scooter, the ES4, which features a range of up to 62 miles and a top speed of 25 mph.
  2. Bird launches new e-scooter: Bird launched a new e-scooter, the Bird One, which features a range of up to 60 miles and a top speed of 18 mph.
  3. Voi launches new e-scooter: Voi launched a new e-scooter, the Voiager, which features a range of up to 62 miles and a top speed of 15 mph.

Safety News

  1. E-scooter accidents on the rise: According to a report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), e-scooter accidents have increased by 69% in the past year.
  2. E-scooter safety features: Many e-scooter companies are introducing new safety features, such as helmets, brakes, and sensors, to reduce the risk of accidents.
  3. E-scooter safety education: Many cities are launching safety education campaigns to teach riders how to safely operate e-scooters.