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Paris’ vote on banning e-scooters could shape the whole of Europe

Paris’ vote on banning e-scooters could shape the whole of Europe

Paris’ vote on banning e-scooters could shape the whole of Europe
Jan 24, 2023 1 min, 24 secs

The vote — expected to take place in April — means the three companies that operate in Paris will be kicking off a charm offensive to retain their place in a vital city for micromobility in Europe.

Critically, the outcome of the vote and the fate of e-scooters in Paris could have a wide-reaching effect around Europe and the way cities regulate micromobility vehicles.

Tier, Dott and Lime won contracts in Paris in 2020 but have had a tumultuous relationship with authorities since then.

A number of politicians in the city have led the condemnations of e-scooters, such as David Belliard, a deputy mayor.

They argue that 800 jobs at the companies in Paris are at risk.

“I think the City of Paris may have a good surprise by asking Parisians what they think.”.

Careless parking, sidewalk riding, street clutter and other dangerous riding activities are all frequent issues that have dogged e-scooter companies in many cities.

Vienna is planning a stricter framework of rules this year that will also cut down on the number of e-scooters a company can have in certain districts from 1,500 to just a few hundred.

In a bid to appease city authorities and residents, e-scooter companies have rolled out different measures and technologies over the years.

Among the proposals that were sent to lawmakers in Paris, two of them have been implemented by the three companies proactively he said.

The typical speed limit for e-scooters in Europe has been around 25km/hr but recent moves in several cities have seen that reduced to 20km/hr as authorities have become increasingly cautious about regulating micromobility.

Heineke said that Paris may not actually be a massive revenue generator for Lime, Dott and Tier given all the requirements they must invest in but the city is very symbolic as a place to be operating in for your brand.

Heineke said that it will be important to watch how the “power struggle” between governments and e-scooter companies pans out in 2023.

But come April, it will be Parisians that have the final say

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