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European e-scooter safety and regulation

Overview

European authorities continue to intensify e-scooter regulations as accident rates and injury severity rise. In Germany, 2025 data showed a 38.1 percent increase in accidents involving personal injury, with 38 fatalities reported. Recent data from the Federal Statistical Office indicates that the number of injured e-scooter users in Germany has nearly tripled in four years, with over 16,000 accidents involving personal injury in 2025. The ADAC notes that children and teenagers aged 10 to 18 are disproportionately affected by causes such as excessive speed, riding with multiple passengers, and alcohol consumption.

In Germany, local authorities are also clarifying that e-scooters are classified as motor vehicles and are prohibited from pedestrian zones unless authorized. Furthermore, riders are subject to the same alcohol limits as car drivers; while 0.5 per mille is an administrative offense, those under 21 or in probationary periods must adhere to a 0.0 per mille limit.

In Austria, accidents involving personal injury increased by 56 percent since 2023, reaching 2,749 incidents in 2025. The ÖAMTC reports that alcohol impairment often leads to severe head, face, and chest injuries and continues to advocate for a mandatory helmet law. In Denmark, the Danish Road Directorate reported 218 accidents between 2020 and 2025.

In Greece, experts like Kimon Logothetis have raised concerns regarding the lack of active safety features, such as turn signals and mirrors, and the lack of passive safety provided by the vehicles' design. While legislation has banned users under 17, experts warn that enforcement remains a primary challenge.

Entities

Germany · Statistisches Bundesamt · Spain · Dirección General de Tráfico · Paris

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Timeline

  1. about 16 hours ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    E-scooter accidents rise across Europe, prompting calls for stricter regulations

    E-scooter accidents are rising across Europe, with Germany seeing a threefold increase in injuries. Authorities in Zurich are considering stricter regulations to manage safety risks and vehicle numbers.

  2. 1 day ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Germany: E-scooter regulations and alcohol limits clarified

    German authorities are clarifying e-scooter regulations, noting they are prohibited in pedestrian zones like Neufahrn and must adhere to the same strict alcohol limits as car drivers.

  3. 1 day ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Electric scooter safety concerns raised in Greece

    Traffic expert Kimon Logothetis warns of electric scooter safety risks, citing lack of vehicle safety features and the need for stricter enforcement of new age restrictions in Greece.

  4. 3 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
    Spain implements new electric scooter regulations and bans

    Spain is tightening electric scooter regulations, requiring registration and insurance. Non-certified models purchased before January 2024 will be banned from urban roads by January 2027.

  5. 4 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 13 sources
    E-scooter accidents rise sharply across Austria and Germany

    E-scooter accidents are surging in Austria, Germany, and Denmark. Reports highlight rising injuries among youth and the high risk of severe head trauma linked to alcohol use and lack of protective gear.

  6. 6 days ago

    [CRIME] 6 sources
    Poland reports rising electric scooter accidents and traffic violations

    Police in Poland report rising electric scooter accidents and multiple traffic violations involving minors and unlicensed operators of modified electric micro-mobility vehicles.

  7. 8 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 8 sources
    Spain implements new regulations for electric scooters and VMPs

    Spain is implementing new national regulations for electric scooters and VMPs, including mandatory helmets, a minimum age of 15, and reflective gear requirements starting October 1.

  8. 9 days ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Police report multiple crimes and traffic incidents in Germany

    German police reported various incidents, including a car break-in and physical fight in Emden, and a high-speed e-scooter chase involving a 13-year-old in Bingen.

  9. 13 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 8 sources
    E-scooter regulation urged amid rising safety concerns

    E-scooters face growing calls for stricter regulation due to high injury rates, traffic violations, and a shift from rental models to private ownership in urban areas.

  10. 13 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 21 sources
    Micro-mobility safety: New regulations and bans across Europe

    Authorities and retailers in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland are tightening regulations on e-scooters and micro-mobility to address rising accident rates, fire risks, and pedestrian safety concerns.

  11. 17 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 32 sources
    Traffic accidents and safety warnings reported across Europe

    Multiple traffic accidents and safety warnings have emerged across Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, involving injuries from car collisions, e-scooter misuse, and driving under the influence.

  12. 18 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Luxembourg reports rising electric scooter accidents and speed violations

    Electric scooter accidents in Luxembourg have risen significantly, with 38 injury-related incidents reported in 2025 compared to 11 in 2021, prompting increased police inspections and enforcement.

  13. 19 days ago

    [POLITICS] 12 sources
    Poland to introduce new regulations for electric scooters

    Poland is planning new regulations for electric scooters and personal transport devices to curb irresponsible use and regulate high-powered vehicles, with changes expected by spring 2027.

  14. 20 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    E-scooter regulations and safety measures tighten in Turkey and Germany

    Turkey and Germany are implementing or enforcing stricter e-scooter regulations, including new technical requirements, increased fines, and usage restrictions to improve urban traffic safety.

  15. 20 days ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Lithuanian police report rising electric scooter violations

    Lithuanian police report rising violations involving electric scooters, highlighting issues with helmet non-compliance and intoxicated riding in regions like Druskininkai and Jonava.

  16. 20 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 8 sources
    Italy implements new electric scooter and e-bike regulations

    Italy is tightening regulations for electric scooters and e-bikes, mandating insurance and plates while increasing local police enforcement against illegal modifications and safety violations.

  17. 23 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
    Electric scooter safety concerns rise amid new regulations and injuries

    Medical experts and French authorities are raising alarms over electric scooter safety, citing rising injuries and implementing stricter regulations, including mandatory helmets and high-visibility gear.

  18. 24 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    E-scooter usage and safety trends in Germany

    E-scooter numbers in Germany have reached 1.66 million, with rental fleets showing double the liability damage rate of private models. Meanwhile, the Navee N65i has emerged as a top-performing model in tests.

  19. 27 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 6 sources
    E-scooter regulations and safety resources highlighted in Austria and Germany

    New educational resources in Austria and legal warnings in Germany emphasize the importance of following e-scooter regulations, including mandatory operating permits and insurance requirements.

  20. 30 days ago

    [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Alicante to enforce new electric scooter regulations

    Alicante will enforce new DGT regulations for electric scooters starting October 1, including a minimum age of 15, mandatory helmet use, and required insurance and circulation certificates.

  21. about 1 month ago

    [CRIME] 5 sources
    Germany e-scooter accidents rise sharply amid safety concerns

    E-scooter accidents in Germany have risen by over 38 percent, with 16,496 reported injuries and 38 deaths in 2025. Young riders are most at risk, prompting debates over mandatory helmet laws.

  22. about 1 month ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
    Poland introduces new safety regulations for electric scooters

    Poland is introducing new 2026 safety regulations for electric scooters following a rise in accidents, particularly among youth, and research highlighting high risks of severe brain injuries.

  23. about 1 month ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Portugal reports rising electric scooter accident numbers

    Electric scooter accidents are increasing in Portugal, with 10 deaths, 88 serious injuries, and 1,442 minor injuries reported between 2019 and 2025.

  24. about 1 month ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 6 sources
    Electric scooter accidents rise, prompting calls for stricter regulations

    Rising fatalities and injuries involving electric scooters have sparked calls for stricter enforcement of traffic laws, mandatory insurance compliance, and regulations on speed-limit tampering.

  25. about 1 month ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 30 sources
    Germany reports rising child traffic accidents and e-scooter usage

    Germany reports a rise in child traffic accidents and a surge in private e-scooter use, which has seen accident numbers nearly double since 2022. Paris has introduced stricter safety fines.

  26. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Spain mandates registration, insurance and age limits for electric scooters

    Spain's new law forces electric scooters to be registered, insured and driven by users aged 15+, with fines up to €1,000 for non‑compliance.

  27. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Montenegro Tightens E‑Scooter Rules, Fines Up to €600

    Montenegro's new traffic law bans under‑16 e‑scooter use, restricts night driving for 18‑21‑year‑olds, and raises fines to €600, while expanding police powers.

  28. about 1 month ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    German police cite drunk and drug‑impaired e‑scooter riders in Baden‑Württemberg

    German police in Baden‑Württemberg charged a drunk 16‑year‑old and a drug‑impaired 32‑year‑old for e‑scooter violations, while also reporting unrelated local incidents.

  29. about 1 month ago

    [HEALTH] 21 sources
    German youth face rising E‑scooter accident risk

    E‑scooter accidents in Germany have risen 38 %, mainly affecting teens; studies show 3.5 × higher head‑injury risk with only 6 % helmet use, prompting calls for stricter safety rules.

  30. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 7 sources
    Montenegro and other Balkan states tighten electric scooter rules for minors

    Montenegro, Luxembourg and Bulgaria tighten electric‑scooter laws, banning riders under 16, raising fines and imposing new safety rules for young drivers.

  31. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Gniezno bans electric scooters near Lakes Jelonek and Winiary

    Gniezno mayor Michał Powałowski banned electric scooters around Lakes Jelonek and Winiary and the Batalion “Parasol” promenade, citing safety concerns; fines of up to 500 zł apply.

  32. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Hungarian police launch safety campaign as e‑scooter accidents rise

    Hungarian police use videos to warn of e‑scooter crashes as the government readies stricter rider rules and speed limits.

  33. about 1 month ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Berlin reports seven e‑scooter deaths and thousands injured

    Berlin’s Senate reports seven e‑scooter deaths, 4,790 injuries (622 serious) since 2019, with most accidents caused by illegal sidewalk riding and insufficient safety distance.

  34. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources
    German Parliament adopts stricter e‑scooter liability rules for 2026

    Germany's Bundestag on 9 July 2026 expanded e‑scooter holder liability to rental firms, added presumed driver fault rules, and introduced safety measures like mandatory blinkers and stricter parking.

  35. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 5 sources
    Ireland raises e‑scooter age limit to 18, mandates helmets and reflective gear

    Ireland will restrict e‑scooter use to riders 18+, require helmets and reflective vests, and plan future licences and registration, sparking debate over enforcement and safety.

  36. about 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 3 sources
    E‑Scooter Injuries Surge Among Children in Austria and Germany

    Studies in Austria and Germany reveal rising child injuries and deaths from e‑scooters, low helmet use, and calls for mandatory protection and speed limits.

  37. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Greek PM Mitsotakis Announces New Electric Scooter Rules

    Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis introduced rules banning electric scooter use, purchase and rental for those under 17, requiring mandatory insurance and electronic registration to boost child safety.

  38. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Germany reports sharp rise in e‑scooter crashes and deaths

    Germany saw a 38 % rise in e‑scooter crashes in 2025, with 18,079 accidents, 38 deaths and new liability rules introduced.

  39. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 8 sources
    Greece bans electric scooters for under‑17s, adds insurance and high fines

    Greece’s parliament approved a law banning electric‑scooter use by anyone under 17, requiring civil‑liability insurance, an electronic registry and imposing fines up to €1,000 for violations.

  40. about 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Decathlon recalls B’TWIN e‑scooters over safety defect in Germany

    Decathlon recalls B’TWIN SD500E and MD500E e‑scooters in Germany due to a frame‑stem crack risk, urging users to stop use and offering free repair kits.

  41. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 7 sources
    Polish cities grapple with unsafe cyclist and electric‑vehicle behavior

    Polish cities face rising safety issues as cyclists in Kraków ignore signals and ride unlit, while Warsaw confronts minors speeding on electric Surron vehicles, sparking public and police concerns.

  42. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Spanish cities tighten electric scooter fines

    Terrassa and Valladolid police fined electric‑scooter riders for sidewalk use, no helmets, passenger carriage and missing insurance, issuing 43 fines in Terrassa and 888 in Valladolid, totalling over €166,000.

  43. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Ireland Tightens E‑Scooter Rules Amid Surge in Child Injuries

    Ireland will raise the e‑scooter riding age to 18, mandate helmets, licences and speed limits, and consider broader safety rules after child injury rates jumped 50%, with retailers pulling non‑compliant models.

  44. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 21 sources
    Greece bans electric scooters for users under 17

    Greece will ban electric scooters for under‑17s, require compulsory insurance, create a vehicle registry and impose higher fines, as part of a safety push after dozens of youth injuries.

  45. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    European traffic safety focus as alcohol‑linked e‑scooter deaths rise and interlock devices are considered

    Swedish research links 44 % of e‑scooter deaths to alcohol, while Norway proposes alcohol‑interlock devices as an alternative to licence revocation for repeat DUI offenders.

  46. about 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 4 sources
    German E‑scooter safety concerns rise with recall and surge in accidents

    Germany recalls B’TWIN e‑scooters over a frame defect while 2025 sees a 38 % jump in e‑scooter crashes, 38 deaths, and rising injuries, especially among youths.

  47. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Safety risks rise as e‑scooters and bicycles ignore rules in Italian towns

    Improper use of electric scooters and bicycles in Italian streets, especially in Bitonto, raises pedestrian safety concerns; police struggle to enforce rules and fines target riders who ignore bike lanes.

  48. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 19 sources
    Bosnia seeks to ban e‑scooters for under‑14s as Croatia tightens enforcement

    Bosnia plans to ban e‑scooters for under‑14s and tighten safety rules, while Croatia cracks down on illegal rides; Serbia and Hungary also move toward stricter e‑scooter regulation.

  49. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Ireland debates e‑scooter ban and police protection measures

    Ireland’s Justice Minister seeks legal safeguards for Gardaí chasing e‑scooters while the Dublin Commuter Coalition calls a total ban ‘farcical’, citing rising injuries and enforcement gaps.

  50. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Kobylanka bans electric scooters on Lake Miedwie promenade

    Kobylanka’s council banned electric scooters on the narrow Lake Miedwie promenade over safety concerns; enforcement will involve fines and may inspire similar bans elsewhere in Poland.

  51. about 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Nordhausen Police Arrest 60‑Year‑Old Driver After Chase and Detain Drunk E‑Scooter Rider

    Nordhausen police arrested a 60‑year‑old driver after a chase involving a falsified plate and detained a 25‑year‑old e‑scooter rider for exceeding the 1.1 ‰ alcohol limit.

  52. about 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 5 sources
    Ireland sees 50% rise in child brain injuries from e‑scooter crashes

    Ireland's Children's Health Ireland reports a 50 % rise in child brain injuries from e‑scooter crashes, with 18 admissions in the latest year, prompting calls for a ban.

  53. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Spain mandates registration of electric scooters, imposing fines up to €800

    Spain's new law forces all electric scooters to be registered and insured, with fines up to €800 for non‑compliance. The ZWHEEL ZFox Max meets the homologation standards and now falls under the registration and

  54. about 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources
    Zagreb police confiscate illegal electric scooters from minors and hold parents liable

    Zagreb police seized three over‑powered e‑scooters from minors, holding two riders criminally liable and charging the third's parents for lack of supervision, amid wider safety concerns and pending stricter e‑s

  55. about 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 26 sources
    Germany sees 38% jump in e‑scooter crashes in 2025, 38 dead

    German police logged 16,496 e‑scooter crashes in 2025 – 38 % more than 2024 – with 38 deaths, 1,895 serious injuries and 16,184 minor ones; most victims were young riders, prompting calls for competency tests,‑

  56. about 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    Slovakia reports high‑speed electric scooter crash and separate truck collision

    A 16‑year‑old on an electric scooter fled police in Bratislava before crashing, while two trucks collided near Liešťany, blocking the road; both incidents drew police response in Slovakia.

  57. about 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Teen on electric scooter flees police in Pabianice, Poland

    A 16‑year‑old in Pabianice, Poland, fled police on an unregistered electric scooter, was recorded, and now faces court charges for reckless driving and illegal vehicle use.

  58. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Kosovo restricts electric scooters to riders 18+, bans passengers

    Kosovo's new law limits electric scooters to riders 18+, mandates helmets, caps speeds (20 km/h on bike lanes, 6 km/h on sidewalks), bans passengers, and adds fines and possible 30‑day confiscation.

  59. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Poland's e‑scooters confront helmet safety debate and parking woes

    Poland reviews e‑scooter safety, highlighting dedicated helmets versus bike models, while the city of Płock battles illegal parking and limited regulatory power over rental operators.

  60. 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    German police check motorcycles, cyclists and e‑scooters

    German police in two regions warned hundreds and cited over 150 violations among motorcyclists, cyclists and e‑scooter users in July, aiming to improve road safety.

  61. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 5 sources
    Germany imposes strict liability on e‑scooter rental firms

    Germany's Bundestag passed a law making e‑scooter rental firms strictly liable for accident damages, amid rising incidents and calls to ban use by children under 14.

  62. 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    Poland police identify teenage riders violating traffic safety laws

    Polish police identified a 15‑year‑old riding a fast electric‑bike‑like vehicle on Krakow’s boulevard and a 16‑year‑old motor‑scooter rider on a sidewalk, both violating traffic laws and facing charges.

  63. 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Thuringia police stop drug‑impaired e‑scooter riders

    Thuringian police halted two e‑scooter riders after drug tests, seized blood samples and opened legal proceedings, reflecting a slight rise in regional drug offenses.

  64. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Spanish towns Oropesa del Mar and Moaña tighten electric scooter and bike fines

    Police in Oropesa del Mar and Moaña, Spain, are cracking down on illegal electric‑scooter and bicycle use, issuing fines and vehicle removals for violations such as riding on sidewalks, lacking registration or

  65. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 16 sources
    German Bundestag makes e‑scooter rental firms liable for accident damages

    Germany’s parliament now holds e‑scooter rental firms liable for accident damages, easing compensation for victims as accidents double to ~12,500 yearly.

  66. 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 9 sources
    Germany sees surge of traffic accidents injuring cyclists and e‑scooter riders

    Multiple traffic accidents across Germany—and one in Austria—injured cyclists, e‑scooter riders, and other road users, prompting police investigations.

  67. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 6 sources
    EU expands road safety rules: mandatory helmets in Poland and driver‑monitoring systems for new cars

    Poland bans riding without helmets for under‑16s from March 2026, while the EU mandates driver‑monitoring and emergency‑braking systems for all new cars registered after July 2026.

  68. 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    German police tighten rules after child hit by illegal E‑scooter

    German police fined a parent after a 10‑year‑old was injured by an illegal E‑scooter, stressing that under‑14 riders need proper licensing, insurance and safety features.

  69. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Greek Deputy Transport Minister Kotisiras Announces Skaramagas Junction Deal and Tougher E‑Scooter Rules

    Greek Deputy Transport Minister Kotisiras announced a July 13 contract for the Skaramagas junction, stricter electric‑scooter bans with €1,000 fines, and new electric buses and Metro upgrades for Athens.

  70. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 11 sources
    German Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig proposes new e‑scooter liability law

    Germany's Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig seeks to make e‑scooter rental firms liable for accidents and improper parking, citing a rise in crashes and strong public support.

  71. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Greece restricts electric scooters for minors and high‑speed roads

    Greek Deputy Transport Minister Georgios Kotsiaras proposes a draft law banning electric scooters for under‑17s, imposing €1,000 fines, mandating helmets, insurance and prohibiting use on roads over 50 km/h to

  72. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    German and Austrian cities boost police checks on e‑bikes and e‑scooters over safety concerns

    Frankfurt police checked e‑bikes for illegal tuning while urging tighter controls; Graz police seek two missing e‑scooter riders after separate collisions that injured cyclists.

  73. 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    Hanau teen severely injured in e‑scooter crash

    A 15‑year‑old was seriously injured in a Hanau e‑scooter crash; police seek witnesses while the victim was air‑lifted to hospital.

  74. 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    German police crackdown on illegal e‑scooter use in Arnsberg and Erlangen

    German police in Arnsberg and Erlangen seized illegal e‑scooters for missing plates, insurance issues, speed modifications and suspected intoxication, launching prosecutions.

  75. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 5 sources
    Germany Tightens E‑Scooter Rules Amid Rapid Global Market Expansion

    Germany requires an ABE and insurance for e‑scooters, imposing fines for non‑compliance, while the global market grows to 55 M units in 2024 and $38 bn in value.

  76. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Peru and Spain tighten electric scooter and moped regulations

    Peru will require electric motorcycles to have licence, plates, insurance and inspection from Aug 2, with fines for non‑compliance; in A Coruña, Spain, officials have issued 145 fines to e‑scooter and bikeusers

  77. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Poland Enforces New Helmet Law for Young Cyclists and Scooter Riders

    Poland's new law mandates helmets for minors on bikes and scooters, bans scooter passengers, and sets speed limits; police fined intoxicated cyclists and a recent teen scooter crash underscored the rules.

  78. 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources
    Young rider blocks traffic on Greece's Kifisos highway

    A young man rode an electric scooter onto Greece's Kifisos highway, became stuck on the median, called for help, and was rescued and fined by police.

  79. 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Swedish Study Finds Alcohol Involved in Nearly Half of Fatal E‑Scooter Crashes

    A Swedish study found 44% of fatal e‑scooter crashes involved alcohol (median BAC 1.8 ‰), no helmets were worn, and most deaths occurred on private scooters at night.

  80. 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 10 sources
    E-scooter crashes and police searches in Germany and Austria

    Multiple e‑scooter crashes and reckless rides in Germany and Austria led to arrests, injuries and police searches for witnesses.

  81. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Spain tightens rules on electric scooters and garage parking

    Spain fines riders €100 for carrying passengers on electric scooters and allows a car and motorcycle to share a garage spot if they stay within lines, per national traffic and property laws.

  82. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Macedonia Parliament approves stricter e‑scooter regulations

    Macedonia’s parliament unanimously approved amendments to its traffic law, capping e‑scooter speed at 20 km/h, raising the minimum age to 18, banning passengers, and tightening fines and confiscation rules to減少

  83. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    North Macedonia Parliament adopts new electric scooter rules

    North Macedonia's parliament approved new traffic rules limiting electric scooters to 20 km/h, raising the minimum rider age to 18, and imposing harsher penalties.

  84. 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 3 sources
    Polish Children's Hospital Warns of Rising Electric Scooter Injuries

    Polish doctors report a surge in severe child injuries from electric scooters, urging helmet use, responsible riding and education to prevent hospitalisations.

  85. 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 3 sources
    Polish experts warn of severe injuries from high‑speed electric scooters

    Polish specialists warn that unlocked electric scooters exceeding 20 km/h cause severe multi‑site injuries, stressing helmet use and speed limits after a teenager suffered critical head and limb trauma.

  86. 3 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Greece bans electric scooters for under‑17s, raises fines and requires insurance

    Greece’s new law bans electric scooter use by under‑17s, mandates driver ID and insurance, and hikes fines up to €350 for speeding, with €1,000 penalties for sellers to minors.

  87. 3 months ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Greece imposes stricter electric scooter rules to protect minors

    Greece approved new electric scooter rules banning use by under‑17s, requiring ID and insurance, and raising fines up to €350, with €1,000 penalties for sellers, to improve road safety for children.

  88. 3 months ago

    [HEALTH] 4 sources
    Poland enforces new helmet rule for under‑16 electric scooter riders

    Poland now requires helmets for under‑16 electric scooter riders, extending safety rules to bikes and e‑bikes, amid rising summer incidents.

  89. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 39 sources
    Balkan region experiences spate of traffic accidents and police crackdowns

    Multiple fatal road crashes in Serbia and Croatia, plus police crackdowns on speeding, drunk driving and illegal vehicle modifications, prompt new heavy‑fine traffic law in Croatia.

  90. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources
    Spanish police enforce drunk‑driving laws on cars and e‑scooters

    Spanish police fined a drunk driver in Salamanca and a heavily intoxicated e‑scooter rider near Gandia, applying new rules that mandate registration, certification and insurance for electric scooters.

  91. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 4 sources
    Germany records two serious traffic collisions injuring youths

    Two German traffic collisions in late June injured a 12‑year‑old girl and two 15‑year‑old e‑scooter riders, leading to helicopter transport and police investigations.

  92. 3 months ago

    [POLITICS] 20 sources
    Greece bans e‑scooter use by under‑17s and makes insurance mandatory

    Greece’s new draft law bans e‑scooter use by under‑17s, requires liability insurance, forces riders to show ID, and imposes fines up to €1,000 for non‑compliance.

  93. 3 months ago

    [HEALTH] 4 sources
    46-year-old e-scooter rider found critically injured on field road near Dormagen, Germany

    46‑year‑old e‑scooter rider found critically injured on a field road near Dormagen, Germany; police seek witnesses to determine cause.

  94. 3 months ago

    [HEALTH] 3 sources
    Poland enforces helmet rule for under‑16 electric scooter riders

    Poland's new law mandates helmets for under‑16 electric scooter riders to improve safety this summer.

  95. 3 months ago

    [HEALTH] 6 sources
    Teen dies after electric scooter crash in Metković, Croatia

    A teen died after an illegal‑speed electric scooter crash near Metković; police stress helmet use and age limits.

  96. 3 months ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Poland Introduces New Child Helmet Rule and Offers Guide to E‑bike Battery Choice

    Poland's 2026 rules mandate helmets for cyclists under 16 and set bike equipment standards, while Nexun.pl advises on choosing and caring for e‑bike batteries.

  97. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 9 sources
    Plovdiv father and infant attacked by e‑scooter rider near Grebna base

    A father with a 3‑month‑old baby was knocked down by a fast‑moving e‑scooter rider near Plovdiv's Grebna base; the infant is unharmed, the victim filed a police report after no patrol arrived.

  98. 3 months ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    German police crackdown on illegal e‑scooter use

    German police detained a speed‑modified teen e‑scooter rider in Elsenfeld and cited 19 e‑scooter violations—including uninsured and under‑age riders—in a Menden pedestrian‑zone crackdown.

  99. 3 months ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Teen deaths in Croatia and Slovakia after electric accidents

    Two 14‑year‑olds died after electric accidents – one on a scooter in Croatia, another from a shock while climbing a pole in Slovakia.

  100. 3 months ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    North Macedonia moves to tighten e‑scooter regulations

    Macedonia's parliament plans stricter e‑scooter rules: raise rider age to 18, limit speed to 20 km/h, and add harsher penalties after accidents involving youths.

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