Between the lines : People aren
- "Riders will not have exposure to lice or bacteria that can be found in shared helmets, and many take a spontaneous decision to scoot while they are" are already out and about. "
- " "In Austin, Texas, public health personnel spoke … 192 scooter-related injuries of three months in 2018. Almost half were head injuries. "
- In Los Angeles, ER physicians" counted 249 scooter injuries [in 2018] and more than 40% were head injuries. "
What is next: Scooter companies take measures to reduce risk.
- Bird ceased operation after midnight. Lime stops overnight rental in some markets, but in most, scooters are available all night. "
- " Lime has also updated the design of their scooters, with wider wheelbase and better suspension and braking; Birds include more durable brakes and reinforced hardware to prevent failure. "
Bottom Line : America's streets remain particularly dangerous for people who are not in a vehicle, and that is usually because of the vehicles.
Go Deeper: Scooter companies meteoric rise in one chart
