The debate about the safety of electric micro-vehicles is intensifying. In view of ongoing problems on urban roads, the German Traffic Safety Council (DVR) sees the legislator called upon. According to the organization, the current accident statistics show that many users lack knowledge of the rules and the necessary driving skills to handle e-scooters. Therefore, those who do not possess a regular driving license should in future have to present a special e-scooter proficiency certificate.
The accident preventionists envision the design similarly to the moped test certificate. This is intended to ensure that all drivers know the most important traffic rules and can safely control their vehicle even in demanding situations. For young people, the training could be directly integrated into everyday school life.
Children and teenagers at risk
The DVR is particularly focused on younger road users. E-scooters are particularly risky for children and teenagers. Therefore, the association advocates raising the legal minimum age from the current 14 to 15 years. Driving a motorized vehicle in road traffic requires a degree of maturity and experience that younger people often do not yet possess.
