Electric scooters: a green and environmentally friendly way to travel
As urban traffic congestion and air pollution problems become increasingly serious, more and more people are paying attention to environmentally friendly travel methods. As a green and convenient short-distance means of transportation, electric scooters have become more and more popular in recent years. This article will introduce the origin, characteristics, advantages and disadvantages of electric scooters, and their development in China.
- The origin of electric scooters
Electric scooters first originated in Europe in the 1960s, when their design was inspired by the combination of bicycles and motorcycles. With the development of science and technology, the design and performance of electric scooters have been greatly improved, and they have gradually become an excellent means of transportation.
- Characteristics of electric scooters
- Green and environmentally friendly: Electric scooters are driven by electricity, do not need to burn gasoline, have zero emissions, and have little environmental pollution.
- Energy saving and high efficiency: Electric scooters have high energy conversion efficiency and can effectively reduce energy consumption.
- Flexible and convenient: Electric scooters are small in size, easy to carry and park, and can easily travel to every corner of the city.
- Comfortable and safe: The riding posture of electric scooters is relatively comfortable, and it is also equipped with safety protection facilities, such as helmets and knee pads, to ensure the safety of the rider.
- Advantages and disadvantages of electric scooters
- Advantages:
(1) Green and environmentally friendly: Electric scooters do not need to burn gasoline and have zero emissions, which is beneficial to improving urban air quality.
(2) Energy saving and high efficiency: Electric scooters have high energy conversion efficiency and can effectively reduce energy consumption.
(3) Flexible and convenient: Electric scooters are small in size, easy to carry and park, and can easily travel throughout the city.
(4) Comfort and safety: The riding posture of electric scooters is relatively comfortable, and it is also equipped with safety protection facilities, such as helmets and knee pads, to ensure the safety of the rider.
- Disadvantages:
(1) Limited cruising range: The cruising range of electric scooters currently on the market is generally between 50-100 kilometers, which is not suitable for long-distance travel.
(2) Long charging time: Charging time for electric scooters generally takes 3-4 hours, which may be inconvenient for people who are in urgent need of travel.
(3) The applicable population is limited: Due to the poor stability of electric scooters and the high requirements for driving skills, the applicable population is relatively small.
- The development status of electric scooters in China
In recent years, with the Chinese government’s strong support for environmentally friendly travel and people’s increasing awareness of environmental protection, the demand for electric scooters in the Chinese market has increased year by year. According to statistics, sales of electric scooters in China reached 10 million units in 2018, a year-on-year increase of more than 30%. In order to regulate the market order and protect the rights and interests of consumers, China ** has implemented a series of management measures for the production and sales of electric scooters, such as compulsory CCC certification, product quality sampling, etc. In addition, some Chinese companies have also invested in the research and development and production of electric scooters, promoting the rapid development of the industry. However, as market competition intensifies, some companies have neglected product quality and safety performance in order to reduce costs, resulting in some electric scooter products with substandard quality appearing on the market. Therefore, when purchasing and using electric scooters, consumers should pay attention to choosing products produced by regular manufacturers, and pay attention to care and maintenance to ensure driving safety. In short, electric scooters, as a new environmentally friendly way of travel, have great market potential and social value. With the joint promotion of ** and enterprises, it is believed that the development prospects of electric scooters in China will be broader in the future.