In a short time, electric scooters have become the most used transport by more and more people. But you have to control your safety and circulate with an electric scooter effectively to avoid confusion, fines and other accidents, which also grow.
From TÜV SÜD he gives us some of these tips that are marked by safety and everything that surrounds this transport, called again to be a star gift of Christmas.
How to ride with an electric scooter
How to choose an electric scooter?
Among these tips we must highlight what we must do to buy this product, as there are more and more on the market. So you must bear in mind that it must be approved. Sometimes cheap is expensive and some of them have not passed the appropriate quality controls.
Practice
It is crucial that you get used to the scooter first and improve your riding technique from the beginning. If you drive your electric scooter correctly, the risk of accidents will be lower.
Protection
TÜV SÜD advises that you always ride protected. Well, just like when you do it on a bike or motorcycle, you also run the risk of suffering an accident, so you cannot leave your helmet at home.
Only in areas authorized for use
You must use the places authorized for this: in most cities, this type of vehicle must circulate on the road. However, the regulations may vary between municipalities.
Rules of traffic regulations
When we drive an electric scooter, it is important to know that there is a speed limit. These “vehicles” are limited to 25 km / h.
Adverse situations
You have to take into account more things. Because if you drive at night, keep in mind that visibility is much lower than during the day. This is how they should use the lights of the scooter to see well, and put on a reflective vest to make sure that other vehicles or users will see you well.
In addition, when using the road, there are some rules that you must comply with:
Don’t skip traffic lights
Be careful on the zebra crossings so as not to run over passers-by with your scooter.
Control speed
Caution with road paint on roads, they are usually slippery on wet pavement.
Don’t lean forward
This gesture can lead to dangerous falls.
Not go through puddles
Water could get into the battery compartment and damage your scooter.
Double the safety distance from other vehicles
With this you can avoid possible collisions. The distance should be greater when the asphalt is wet and slippery.
