Its not just stand-up scooters that are booming.
The U Be even has pedals in case you run out of power.
Theres a 350-watt motor that can take the scooter to speeds up to 15 mph.
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These are boom times for electric scooters.
The pandemic has also boosted interest in scooters by forcing commuters to look at alternatives for public transport.
“Just like bikes which saw huge demand, scooters help avoid crowded public transport.”
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Electric scooters also beat bikes for convenience.
“A lot of companies built on that innovation,” Fernau added.
GOTRAX recently introduced rear suspension on some models, wider decks, and more robust motors for hilly areas.
Cheaper and larger capacity lithium-ion battery technology will transform scooters, Fernau predicts.
