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Laws & RegulationsElectric bike laws in Europe – the EU rules explained
Electric bike laws in Europe, checked against EU and national law: when an e-bike is a bicycle or a moped,…
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Laws & RegulationsElectric scooter laws in Europe – rules country by country
Speed, age, helmet, insurance and pavement rules in all 27 EU countries: electric scooter laws in Europe compared, with official…
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BrandsNAVEE scooter review: is it any good and which model to choose?
Based on published tests and our product data: what NAVEE does well, where the models fall short and which one…
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SafetyElectric scooter in the rain – what the IP rating means
Here is what IPX4 to IP67 mean when you ride an electric scooter in the rain, what the manual says…
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Buying guidesElectric unicycle for beginners – pick a wheel, learn to ride
Electric unicycle for beginners: how to pick a first wheel that is easy to learn on, what protective gear you…
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BrandsWhich Dualtron should you buy? How the models differ
Dualtron models differ more in weight, brakes and charging time than in speed. Here's how to pick one by how…
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BrandsKaabo Mantis vs Wolf: which Kaabo should you choose?
Kaabo Mantis vs Wolf: how to choose by weight, storage, wheel size and charging – with figures from our product…
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BrandsTeverun Blade vs Fighter – which model suits you?
Teverun Blade or Fighter? How to choose a series and model by weight, battery and storage – and what to…
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CompareElectric vs petrol dirt bike: the differences that matter
Electric or petrol dirt bike? The differences you notice on the track – size, riding time, charging, noise, upkeep and…
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CompareStep-through vs step-over e-bike – which frame suits you?
Men’s and women’s e-bikes differ in the frame, not the rider. How to choose between step-through and step-over – and…
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Maintenance & AdviceHow to charge an electric scooter battery – and make it last
Charging habits that make an e-scooter or e-bike battery last longer – plus winter storage, signs of wear and safe…
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BrandsWhich iScooter should you buy? How to pick the right model
iScooter models differ more in weight, tyres and battery than the names suggest. Here's how to pick one by how…
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BrandsWhich Segway Ninebot scooter should you buy?
Ninebot models differ most in weight, brakes and charging time. Here's how to pick the right one – and get…
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BrandsKuKirin G2 vs G2 Pro: the differences and which to buy
KuKirin models have near-identical names but differ more than they suggest. Here’s how to choose by how you’ll carry, charge…
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Laws & RegulationsWhat age can a child ride an electric scooter in Europe?
The minimum age for e-scooters country by country, what younger children may do, helmet rules and what parents are responsible…
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CompareElectric scooter vs car: how much do you save commuting?
What you save by commuting on an electric scooter or e-bike instead of driving – and how it works day…
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SafetyWhat helmet for an electric scooter or e-bike? How to choose
Bike helmet or E-marked full-face? How to pick a helmet for the speed you actually ride – and make it…
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Maintenance & AdviceHow to increase e-scooter and e-bike range – what really works
Increase your e-scooter or e-bike range: what drains the battery, how to charge it properly, winter tips and a 10-step…
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SafetyHow to protect your electric scooter and e-bike from theft
Protect your electric scooter or e-bike from theft: locks and lock ratings, alarms and AirTags, parking, frame numbers – and…
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Info & TipsHow much does it cost to charge an electric scooter?
Work out what it costs to charge an electric scooter or e-bike – per charge, per 100 km, per year…
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Maintenance & AdviceHow to change an electric scooter tyre (and fix a puncture)
Flat tyre? How to change an electric scooter tyre or tube, patch a puncture and fit solid tyres – with…
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Buying guidesWhich electric bike should I buy? Seven questions to ask
Seven questions about distance, hills, cargo, storage and budget point to the type of e-bike to buy – and the…
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Buying guidesElectric scooter watts: how much power do you really need?
How to read the watt figures on an electric scooter, how much power your hills and weight call for –…
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Buying guidesCargo bike vs trailer: how to carry your kids by bike
Box bike, longtail or trailer? How to choose the way your kids and the weekly shop ride along – by…
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Laws & RegulationsCoC certificate for e-scooters and e-bikes: when you need one
What is a CoC, which e-scooters and e-bikes come with one – and why can’t a stand-up e-scooter get EU…
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Laws & RegulationsElectric scooter insurance in Europe – what you need
See when EU and national law make electric scooter insurance compulsory, what home insurance covers and what insurers need after…
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Maintenance & AdviceElectric scooter tyre pressure – how to find the right PSI
Where to find the right tyre pressure for your e-scooter, how to convert PSI and bar, pump without going over…
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Maintenance & AdviceElectric scooter and e-bike in winter – how to ride safely
Riding an electric scooter in winter? How to handle snow, ice, cold batteries and road salt on an e-scooter or…
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Maintenance & AdviceXiaomi scooter error codes – meaning and fixes
Xiaomi scooter error codes from the M365 to the 6 series: what each code means, what you can fix yourself…
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Info & TipsCan you take an electric scooter on a train or bus?
Folded, an e-scooter rides along on many European trains and buses – but several cities ban it. Here is what…
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CompareElectric scooter vs e-bike: which one should you choose?
How to choose between an electric scooter and an e-bike: distance, hills, weight, luggage, public transport and costs side by…
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Maintenance & AdviceElectric scooter repair – what you can fix yourself
Troubleshoot your e-scooter, see what you can fix at home, find the right spare part – and know when a…
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Buying guidesSolid vs pneumatic tyres for electric scooters – how to choose
Solid vs pneumatic tyres? How to pick the right type for your electric scooter by road surface, comfort and how…
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Maintenance & AdviceElectric scooter maintenance – a simple checklist and schedule
How to look after an e-scooter or e-bike: checks before every ride, a monthly routine, cleaning the scooter without a…
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Buying guidesElectric scooter pros and cons – is one worth it?
Quick, cheap to run and fun – but also weather-sensitive, heavy on the stairs and easy to steal. Here is…
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