The future of a generation: Growing up with electric scooters
How the young people of today, shaped by electric scooters, will transform tomorrow’s world
In today’s bustling metropolis, an innovative means of transport has taken hold, replacing the classic walk: it is the electric scooter (e-scooter).
This transformation of micromobility has altered the way young people move, interact and experience spaces in cities.
What is the significance of this change for the future?
How will the new generations, who spent their teens using e-scooters, shape tomorrow’s world?
A future of better health and vitality: Using e-scooters may seem like a non-dynamic activity, but it is not. E-scooters promote short, active journeys, offering an alternative to driving or public transport for routes that would otherwise be made on foot. Increased physical activity could lead to more positive health outcomes in the future, such as a lower risk of chronic disease and improved mental well-being.
A more sustainable world: Today’s young people are the generation that pays the most attention to the environment. The e-scooters integrate perfectly with their sustainability principles. By opting for e-scooters instead of cars, they reduce their carbon footprint and help improve air quality. As time goes on, they are likely to continue to promote environmentally friendly transport solutions, urging an increase in cycle paths, pedestrian routes and micromobility alternatives.
A technology company: Electric scooters are not only means of transport, but also connecting devices. To use them, cyclists must interact with the applications, scan QR codes and follow the instructions given by the GPS. Interacting with technology from early childhood can promote the acquisition of digital and technological skills, which will prove valuable in the future.
A more connected community: E-scooters have changed the face of urban spaces, giving the impression that cities are more compact and interconnected. They have also set up new meeting places, such as e-scooter parking areas, where users gather to wait for their races. As these young people grow up, they have the opportunity to reimagine urban spaces, making them more welcoming and community-focused.
Conclusion
The e-scooter revolution is not just introducing a new transport system, but also represents a change in the way a new generation develops.
Today’s kids, influenced by the use of e-scooters, could be healthier, more sustainable, with technological skills, well-connected and ready to embrace new ownership paradigms.