electric scooters

Bay Harbor Islands officials are considering a ban on electric scooters for riders under 16, following a similar ban implemented by Sunny Isles Beach. Sunny Isles Beach Mayor Larisa Svechin reported a significant reduction in scooter usage after the ban, while some residents question if such measures represent government overreach. A town council meeting in Bay Harbor Islands will gather resident feedback on the potential ban.

Nearly 500 people were seriously injured in e-scooter collisions in Great Britain in 2026, with 10 fatalities, compared to six deaths in 2024. The Department for Transport reported 1,484 casualties involving electric scooters in 2026, up from 1,390 in 2024.