In the past year, e-scooters have gained huge popularity since the government announced a new Road Traffic Bill, which will allow them to be used on Irish roads with a driver’s license, tax or insurance. They’ve become the ideal transport solution for those who want to avoid public transport and get around their locality in the fastest, most cost-efficient, and environmentally friendly way.
This Christmas, we have a fantastic range of e-scooters to choose from online and in stores. Here are our top picks…
Segway Ninebot Zing E8 Electric Folding Scooter
Perfect for 6-12 year olds, the Segway Ninebot Zing E8 Electric Folding Scooter has plenty of features so the kids can zoom safely while the parents minds are at ease. The scooter has 40 minutes of battery life and can reach a maximum speed of 13.5km. It has three modes so they can slowly get used to riding an electric scooter. Safe mode is the beginner mode, cruise mode lets them kick the scooter to accelerate and turbo mode is for expertly zooming around. It has solid, sturdy rubber tyres and multiple brake mechanisms so you’re safe when you scoot!
Xiaomi Mi Essential Electric Scooter
The Xiaomi Mi Essential Electric Scooter is ideal for scooting around the city. With reflectors on the front, sides and taillight and an upgraded headlight, you’ll always be seen on the roads. It has three modes ranging from 5km/h in pedestrian mode, 15km/h in standard mode and 20km/h in sports mode. When you get to your destination, you can fold it up in a super quick 3 seconds and carry it around with ease as it only weighs 12kg.
Segway Ninebot E25E Electric Folding Scooter
The Segway Ninebot E25E Electric Folding Scooter is perfect for running errands and going to the office. The range for this Segway is 45 kilometres so it will last all day. Its 9-inch rubber tyres are perfect for any urban terrain and can even manage some climbing. Reaching a maximum speed of 15.5 mph / 25 kmph, you’ll get places a lot quicker than on foot or bus. This scooter is lightweight at 13.5kg so you can quickly fold it up and store it away.
Segway Ninebot Air T15E Electric Folding Scooter
With a shorter range than the Segway Ninebot E25E, the Segway Ninebot Air T15E Electric Folding Scooter is ideal for people living and working in cities. On a single charge, its range is 12 km with speeds of up to 20 kmph. It has a transparent digital display so you can easily see how fast you’re going, what driving mode you’re in and how much battery you have left. You can even sync it up to the Segway Ninebot App to adjust your e-scooter’s settings, keep track of your routes and check for any updates.
