What Is An Electric Scooter?

An electric scooter (e-scooter) is a stand-up kick scooter powered by a small onboard electric motor. Typically, e-scooters have two small wheels with a large deck in-between for standing and a foldable aluminum or plastic chassis.

An electric scooter, also referred to as an electric kick scooter or e-scooter, is a stand-up kick scooter powered by a small onboard electric motor. Typically, e-scooters have two small wheels with a large deck in-between for standing and a foldable aluminum or plastic chassis. However, three and four wheeled scooters are also available for less experienced riders or for those requiring more stability.

A Short History Of The Electric Scooter

Who Makes Electric Scooters?

The following manufacturers make electric scooters:

GotraxGotrax
Models: G3, G4, GKS, GXL, XR
Hiboy LogoHiboy
Models: Max, Max V2, Nex, S2, S2 Lite, S2 Pro
Pure Electric LogoPure Electric
Models: Air, Air Pro
Segway LogoSegway
Models: Air T15, E22, ES2, ES3, ES4, Max, Max 30LP, Zing E8, Zing E10
Skip LogoSkip
Models: S3
Unagi LogoUnagi
Models: Model One
Xiaomi LogoXiamoi
Models: Mi

Electric Scooters In The News

Tesla Solar Roof Installed In Less Than 2 Days

Tesla Solar Roof Installed In Less Than 2 Days

JIll BinocheNov 1, 2020

A Tesla Solar Roof installation team has completed an install in less than 2 days. This did not include the amount of time that it took to install the underlayment,…

Tesla Solar Roof Installers Needed, Training Provided

Tesla Solar Roof Installers Needed, Training Provided

JIll BinocheOct 30, 2020

Tesla Energy is in dire need of qualified Solar Roof installers and is offering free training, no experience required. Successful applicants will get to work with Tesla’s latest solar technology,…

Serial 1 Cycle Company Harley Davidson eBike Spin-Off

Serial 1 Cycle Company Harley Davidson eBike Spin-Off

Jon MentorOct 26, 2020

Serial 1 Cycle Company, a Harley Davidson spin-off, is announcing the availability of its first electric bicycle at midnight on November 16, 2020. Unlike several other ebike companies that simply…

Lavo Hydrogen Fuel Cell A Tesla Powerwall Rival

Lavo Hydrogen Fuel Cell A Tesla Powerwall Rival

JIll BinocheOct 18, 2020

Lavo Hydrogen Technology has introduced their new Lavo system, a hybrid hydrogen fuel cell battery for the home to compete with the Tesla Powerwall. The Lavo system will combine with…

Tesla Solar Roof Installed In 4 Just Days

Tesla Solar Roof Installed In 4 Just Days

JIll BinocheOct 16, 2020

A Tesla Solar Roof has been installed in just 4 days by Weddle & Sons Roofing in Auburn, Kansas. The installation included removing the existing roof, laying down a weatherproof…

Sources

Manufacturers: Gotrax, Hiboy, Pure, Segway, Skip, Unagi, Xiaomi

Colin is the Editor-In-Chief at Electric Guide and writes about electric mobility.  With a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from SDSU, Colin presents a unique point of view in his articles, offering both technical expertise and extensive user experience with electric vehicles. Colin also writes for our sister publication Wear.guide. Send tips and story ideas to Colin at: colin@electric.guide