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E-bike, Scooter Dangers Soar: Urgent Safety Call
15 Nov
Summary
- Serious e-bike/e-scooter incidents more than tripled recently.
- Nationally, e-scooters caused 10 deaths and 484 injuries last year.
- A charity urges users to wear safety gear and ride responsibly.
Emergency services are urging e-bike and e-scooter users to prioritize safety, as serious incidents involving these devices have more than tripled. Recent data shows a significant rise, from seven incidents in 2024/25 to 26 in 2025/26.
Nationally, 2025 saw 10 fatalities and approximately 484 injuries related to e-scooters. The Department for Transport recorded 1,377 e-scooter collisions across the country in the same year. These figures highlight the increasing risks associated with these popular modes of transport.
An emergency services charity emphasized the life-changing consequences of road traffic collisions. They are appealing to users to ride appropriately, wear high-visibility clothing, ensure their vehicles have lights, and always wear a helmet. The charity hopes this initiative will encourage careful decision-making before every journey, contributing to safer roads for everyone.
Road Safety Week, which commenced recently, is focusing on the shared responsibility for road safety. The campaign aims to reduce the number of families affected by serious collisions and foster a safer environment for all road users in Kent, Surrey, and Sussex.
