The government seems to finally be moving to bring laws on light electric vehicles like e-scooters up to date.
The Department for Transport’s Micromobility Team has re-announced its intention to introduce new legislation to create regulations for light mobility vehicles – including design and build standards.
According to the MCIA, this is the first time the DfT has formally committed to exploring this area and has made it clear that it will bid for parliamentary time to address it. The MCIA also says it is an important step towards addressing the current gaps in regulation and recognising the wider commercial opportunities these vehicles offer.