5 reasons for the e-scooter:
E-scooters are already an integral part of traffic in many places in Switzerland. But there are also many critics of this new way of getting around in the city. Yet e-scooters have numerous advantages.
1. BENEFIT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
It is common knowledge that cars and other petrol or diesel powered motor vehicles emit emissions.
Electric sc ooters use a small amount of electricity and emit no emissions, which is better for air quality in our cities. More scooters, as well as bikes and of course pedestrians, on our streets means less carbon in the air generated by cars and motor vehicles. Thus a step towards CO₂-neutrality - a step in the right direction for our planet and its inhabitants.
There are emissions associated with the production and electricity used to charge the scooter, but these are a small fraction of what other motorised vehicles produce in emissions by comparison. Another good reason to invest in an electric scooter.
2. LOW OPERATING COSTS
The initial costs can be relatively high, but electric scooters are cheap compared to other vehicles in terms of operating and maintenance costs. Furthermore, using an electric scooter for short distances can be cheaper than using public transportation in some cases. Many problems with e-scooters can be fixed quite easily, so the cost of repairs is rather low compared to cars and motorcycles.
3. faster in the city
An electric scooter with a Swiss road permit may not exceed a speed of 20 km/h. The models that TWHEELS offers all comply with these regulations. 20 km/h is 4 times faster than walking and just as fast as a bicycle. And you will reach your destination without much sweat. In addition, you will use cycle paths and roads with your electric scooter and thus avoid traffic jams. You no longer have to wait for your bus or tram, which then also stops at all the stops. Your journeys become easy and fast.
4. almost noiseless
Noise is a form of pollution that is very rarely mentioned. True, we don't always perceive it consciously. What a pleasure to now be able to move quickly again, yet without noise, thanks to electromobility. All you need is a bike lane away from cars or a nice road along the lake.
5. enjoy fresh air
Most of us spend a lot of time at home or in the office, often sitting in front of a screen. If you replace your bus or streetcar with an e-scooter or an electric bike, it is - at least during the nice days - a non-negligible time when you can be outside again.
