![]() ![]() Taken from page 15 of the IFT report ‘Safe Micromobility’ The TYPE A vehicles are described as unpowered or powered up to 25kph and weighing less than 35kg.įigure 1. When it comes to a realistic assessment of each mode and UK regulation it is important to establish between safe TYPE A modes and unsafe modes, and where they should be permitted to ride. Light vehicle classifications, our proposal We believe there should be more stringent safety tests and standards in order to inform the consumer. We believe grouping all vehicles by weight and speed alone is not comprehensive enou gh because some vehicles present safety concerns. The ITF report ‘Safe Micromobility’ attempts to classify and group the large number of micro mobility vehicles into types as shown in below. ![]() This is however unrepresentative of the diverse array of vehicles the public has access to and is one reason why we conducted our o wn study. It's also importa nt to note that the scooter sharing economy (Bird, Lime, Jump etc) generate the largest source of data which is often cited. Some design features affect the rider ’ s ability to retai n control in the event of colliding with an obstacle or pothole in the road, cycle lane or pavement. O ur evidence in this document clearly demonstrates that some scooters hav e design and engineering specifications that will severely compromise safety. We do not recommend grouping all types into a single field. It is common practice and perception that these are all grouped into one category. E-Scooter, Kick Scooter, Push Scooter, Electric scooter, Kick Bike and so on are all terms used to describe the different form factors, shapes and sizes. To avoid confusion or doubt we feel it is important to recognise that there are many types of scooter. As an established manufacturer of adult-scooters, this document will provide insight and detailed analysis that is specific to the UK scooter market.įurther classifications of TYPE A light vehicles We believe scooters are an important category for the future of mobility and long-term environmental sustainability. This document addresses the category of scooters within micromobility. Micromobility is a recent phrase to describe a broad variety of lightweight vehicles. We urge the DfT to consider our advice and evidence when writing new legislation for scooters in the UK, in particular a comprehensive British Safety Standard. ![]() In light of the ‘call for evidence’ by the Department for Transport (June 2020), we have compiled our knowledge in our Scooter Safety Manifesto. Swifty Scooters is a manufacturer and a consumer brand, who have in recent years supplied fleets of scooters to private businesses and organisations like Team GB at the 2018 Winter Olympics. Swifty work closely with the DIT and hold the accolade of Export Champions 20. Swifty have been selling e-scooters since 2015. Swifty Scooters was founded in 2010 to design, engineer and manufacture high quality adult-scooters. Swifty is an established British scooter brand based in Manchester. Written evidence submitted by Swifty Scooters ![]()
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