Low-powered vehicles include e-scooters, e-bikes and mobility devices.
These vehicles are great for getting around quickly and easily, but when riding you need to be aware and considerate of people around you to keep everyone safe.
Low powered vehicle requirements
You are responsible for finding out the requirements for using low-powered vehicles.
Vehicle type, power, and configuration may determine if there are specific requirements for its use, such as wearing safety helmets. Manufacturers and retailers won’t always provide this information.
Low-powered vehicle requirements
Staying safe when riding an e-scooter
- Ride in a careful and considerate manner. Keep at a safe speed at all times, and slow down when you’re near people. It’s illegal to ride at a speed that’s hazardous to people.
- Always give way to other people on the path. You might have to come to a complete stop or dismount if the path you’re on is busy.
- Keep left unless you’re passing. Only pass people if it’s safe to, and pass them on their right.
- Be aware of who’s around you—people move unpredictably and may not know you’re there. Always leave a safe distance between you and other people.
- We strongly recommend that e-scooter riders wear helmets.
Where you can use an e-scooter
E-scooters can be used on the footpath or the road – except in designated cycle lanes that are part of the road (that are designed for the sole use of cyclists).
Cycle lanes information
