Are Electric Scooters Street Legal?

In the United States, electric scooters are allowed on public streets in 38 states. However, there are ten states where they are prohibited. These states include Wisconsin, New Jersey, Arizona, Delaware, Idaho, Florida, Kentucky, and Washington.

Electric scooters are allowed on public streets in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Indiana, Massachusetts, and New York, but they are not permitted on interstate or limited-access highways. There are certain states that have established new regulations regarding the use of electric scooters on public roads. These regulations include registration, title, and insurance requirements, as well as maximum speed limits, safety requirements, license prerequisites, and age restrictions.

We suggest that you check with your state or local authority before riding an electric scooter to avoid any possible fines or penalties. This is because different counties and communities may have their own laws regarding the use of scooters.

Registration, Title And Insurance Requirements

In the United States, many states mandate registration for electric scooters. Some even require a title. However, Nevada is the sole state that necessitates an inspection. Meanwhile, North Carolina only demands DMV registration. Interestingly, the vast majority of areas where electric scooters are permitted on the road do not require insurance. The exception is the state of Illinois, which obliges insurance coverage for electric scooters.

Maximum Speed Allowed

The legal speed limit for electric scooters depends on your location, ranging from 15mph to 25mph. In the United States, the default speed limit is set at 15mph unless otherwise specified by the state. Seven states, including Arizona, Iowa, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, New Jersey, and Utah, have a top limit of 20mph. Meanwhile, Colorado and Florida have set the speed limit at 25mph.

Protection Requirements

To ensure your safety and the safety of others, it's important that you use the appropriate protective gear when riding any type of scooter. When riding an e-scooter, it's mandatory in most states and cities to wear a helmet. Failing to wear one can result in a fine. Additionally, depending on your age and location, certain states may require you to wear eye protection. These states include Indiana, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Vermont, and Virginia.

License Requirements

Many states do not need a license to operate an electric scooter. A motorcycle license is required in Alabama. A driver's license is required in Kansas, Rhode Island, Michigan, South Carolina, and Tennessee. In Florida, any kind of license would suffice, while in Texas, you only need a permit for scooters over 750W.

Age Restrictions

Most states do not have an age limit for using an electric scooter. Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Florida, Kansas, Nevada, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, Tennessee, and Vermont are among the states that have a minimum age limit of 16. Utah has a 15-year-old minimum, Mississippi has a 14-year-old minimum, and Michigan and Minnesota have a 12-year-old minimum.

Where To Park

Parking an e-scooter on the street or in a public space may be very problematic since most state regulations prohibit it. But, on the other hand, governments are coming to grips with it and developing rules to ensure that e-scooter owners park their vehicles safely and responsibly. In certain metropolitan areas, you are permitted to place your scooter on the pavement and near the street as long as it does not obstruct pedestrians. E-scooters must still be parked straight and must not block driveways or entrances. In other places, electric scooters may be parked alongside public bike racks. They must, though, never be left on handicapped ramps or parked in car parking lots.

Best Electric Scooters

After researching your state's laws and regulations, you can look into the best electric scooter for you. For example, if your state requires you to have a slower scooter, the Varla Pegasus would be a great pick. On the other hand, if you live in a state that allows you to have a faster speed or even no speed limit, you should get the Varla Eagle One.

Varla Pegasus

The Varla Pegasus is a perfect electric scooter choice for states that need a slower pace, with a top speed of 35 miles per hour, dual spring suspension, and puncture-resistant tires. This motor scooter has several amazing features and is a very reliable road scooter. The Varla Pegasus has two 500w motors and a fast charger that charges the scooter in 4 hours. The maximum weight capacity is 300 pounds, although it is recommended that only 250 pounds be carried on the scooter. It has headlights and taillights, meaning you can see ahead of you, and other drivers can see you while you are driving at night. The Pegasus will quickly scale a 25-degree-angle slope. This scooter is ideal for on-road, safe, and slow driving. Grab some cool safety gear to optimize your riding experience.

Varla Eagle One Scooter

If you are searching for an electric scooter with plenty of strength and off-road capability, the Varla Eagle One electric scooter is for you. With a top speed of 40 miles per hour, this Electric scooter is legal to operate in states that permit either a fast speed limit or no speed limit at all. In addition, if your state has several back roads or gravel roads, this electric scooter comes equipped with off-road capability, allowing you to ride it anywhere.

The Varla Eagle One has two 1000w dual hub motors, which can be powered in 4 to 5 hours with two chargers or 8 to 9 hours with a single charger. In addition, it has LED front and rear headlights, allowing you to see through in the darkest hours of the night. This scooter's recommended weight capacity is 265 pounds, but its aluminium alloy frame design allows it to carry up to 330 pounds. The Varla Eagle One electric scooter is ideal for any kind of ride since it can climb hills at over 30-degree angles and is water-resistant.