Do you remember when you were a child, running around with your scooter? Well, get ready for the new craze: electric scooters! Small, portable and incredibly useful, electric scooters are a great way of getting to and from work while avoiding public transport and without getting all sweaty in the process or risking having an accident with your bike.
Quick and Convenient
Companies such as Razor have been producing electric scooters that are perfectly suitable for adults and operate fully on batteries. This makes them perfect for commuters worried about their carbon footprint but unwilling or unable to bike to work. The batteries last for around 10 to 12 miles, which can be covered in less than 1 hour at speeds up to 15mph. This makes them extremely convenient for inner city commuters on big cities, but you can also fold them and bring them with you on a train or other form of public transport, and use them only for part of your journey.
Cheap and Ecological
Getting to work on an electric scooter is not only less damaging to the environment, but it's much cheaper than driving a car, as you can charge it from any electricity outlet. The batteries take between 8 to 12 hours to charge, and many companies encourage their employees to use green transportation tools by allowing them to charge their scooters while at work. Electric scooters retail for less than £500, and the maintenance is also considerably cheaper than a car, making them perfect for the solo commuter that doesn't want to be stuck in traffic burning gas every morning.
Riding a Scooter Safely
You don't need a special permit to ride a scooter to work, but to be safe you should invest in some quality safety equipment: a helmet and protective pads will do. Electric scooters aren't too quick or difficult to use, and learning how to ride one is often easier than learning how to bike on a city environment, but there's always the risk of an accident. If you are using it at night remember to wear reflective clothes that help cars see you, exactly the same ones you'd use if you were walking or using a bike on a road at night.
