The use of public transport has dipped in the UK in recent months due to the coronavirus pandemic and lockdown restrictions.
But as the nation begins to open up again, more people are walking and cycling to work instead of driving or taking the underground to avoid the crowds. E-scooters become legal to hire and ride on the roads on July 4, and it’s hoped that in the future, the same will be said for privately owned e-scooters, too.
In anticipation of this, we’ve rounded up the best places to buy an electric scooter online and at great prices.
Can I ride an electric scooter on roads and paths?
At the moment, it is illegal to use your own electric scooter on the roads or the paths in the UK. However, from July 4 electric scooters can be hired for use on the roads. This means scooters that you buy or privately own cannot be used to get from A to B at the moment so don’t do it! But you can choose to hire one after July 4. There is a chance the rules on privately owned scooters are likely to change in the near future though, with an increasing number of people keen to avoid public transport, especially in big cities, and more of us encouraged to walk, cycle or take alternative modes of transport.
What is the fastest electric scooter?
For the adrenaline junkies of you out there, we recommend the Nanrobot LS7 Electric Scooter. It has a super speed of 52 mph and is powered by twin 1800W motors in the front and rear wheels. You’re welcome.
What is the best electric scooter to buy?
This depends on whether you’re looking for a scooter for an adult or child, whether the plan is to eventually use it on your commute or just for recreational activities. But one of the best and most consistent models is the Unagi Model One. It’s powerful, sleek and you can even customise your designs with different skins! For kids, we recommend the Razor E100 with steady battery life. It’s also not too fast for first-time riders. Happy scooting!
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Amelia is a writer for Finder, specialising in shopping, style and travel. She has several years of experience writing about all things lifestyle, including health and fitness, fashion and beauty, food and drink and travel. When she's not at work, you'll find her jetting off somewhere hot, baking sweet treats or playing football.
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