e-scooter
noun
e-scoot·er
ˈē-ˌskü-tər 
plural e-scooters
: a scooter propelled by an electric motor : electric scooter
The rise of shared e-scooters is just one of several recent tech-powered experiments in urban mobility.—
Kevin Roose
Kevin RooseThe report's authors said that the mood has shifted among e-scooter users. Last year's survey found that over 40% used e-scooters for fun whereas this year that number is 30% with increasing numbers of people using the vehicles for specific purposes, like commuting or travelling to social events.—Jonathan Keane
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The 9-year-old, who had been operating the e-scooter, sustained moderate injuries and was transported to the UMC Trauma Center.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
The growing demand for sustainable transport, combined with the limitations of public infrastructure, has made personal electric vehicles—particularly e-scooters—a common choice for modern commuters.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Stead also told the Statesman that any e-scooter and e-bike regulation is all about striking a balance.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 23 Oct. 2025
Penn and a few other parents are working on setting up a bike rodeo to educate families around e-scooters at Corinth Elementary, where Penn’s children attend.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 25 Sep. 2025
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Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
The growing demand for sustainable transport, combined with the limitations of public infrastructure, has made personal electric vehicles—particularly e-scooters—a common choice for modern commuters.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
Stead also told the Statesman that any e-scooter and e-bike regulation is all about striking a balance.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 23 Oct. 2025
Penn and a few other parents are working on setting up a bike rodeo to educate families around e-scooters at Corinth Elementary, where Penn’s children attend.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 25 Sep. 2025
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“E-scooter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/e-scooter. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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