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Micromobility is here to stay, and it’s changing how we experience urban life for the better. With Unagi’s membership program, you can enjoy all the benefits of a top-tier electric scooter without the sky-high price of ownership or the inconvenience of ride-sharing.
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In today’s fast-paced world, finding an efficient and cost-effective mode of transportation is crucial. E-scooters offer a convenient and eco-friendly way to navigate urban landscapes. Unagi stands out not only for its superior design and performance but also for its affordability and unmatched rental program.
While e-scooters have been gaining popularity due to their convenience and relatively low cost, they have been getting more attention lately for another reason: battery fires. It's important to understand the potential dangers associated with the battery technology that lies at their core.
In South Carolina, electric scooters exist in a sort of legal gray area. There's no statewide legislation that specifically addresses them.
Understand which personal electric vehicle is best, the choice between an electric bike or electric scooter might already be made for you by some critical factors, including portability and storage capacity.
Step aside, skateboards, electric bikes, and mopeds.
These days electric scooters are so ubiquitous, you can hardly pass by your neighborhood coffee shop, ATM, or happy hour hotspot without encountering one (or a few).
And for a good reason, e-scooters—as they're called for short—are not just trendy. They're portable, convenient, environmentally friendly, and budget friendly.
Plus, they offer a smooth ride that can help shave minutes off of rides between work, home, the gym, and social gatherings on otherwise traffic-clogged city streets. In short, they're a commuter's dream.
But aside from offering a great riding experience, how fast can electric scooters go?
Here's everything you need to know about scooter speed as you consider buying one for yourself.
Unagi's Model One electric scooter has a max speed of 20 miles per hour (mph), or 25 kilometers per hour (kmh). That's about equivalent to the maximum speed an average cyclist can pedal per hour. The fastest electric scooters on the market exceed 20 mph.
This average biking speed helped us determine what our own electric scooter speed should be. We also factored in the following:
While we offer two different electric motor options for our Model One electric scooters (see below), both are equally fast electric scooters, allowing you to achieve the same high speed no matter which motor you choose.
The main difference between these two electric hub motors is how they handle steeper terrain, that is, the riding experience they offer when going up hills.
Both electric motors offer three different riding modes and achieve the same slow, medium, and higher speed ranges. Increase your scooter's speeds as your skills and comfort progress:
The electronic reader on the e-scooter handlebar will tell you how fast you're going at all times, ensuring a stable ride.
There are other electric scooter features that matter to commuters. Consider these criteria to find the best electric scooters for your needs:
While the Model One from Unagi is not an off-road scooter, it has been designed for rides on sidewalks, hard-packed dirt, and short, dense grass.
Both our E250 and E500 electric motors offer braking distance of about 13 feet on dry roads and the braking system used in both e-scooters are electronic brakes (E-ABS).
The Model One is a one-click foldable electric scooter, folding down to 37.80 inches (length), 16.54 inches (width), and 14.96 inches (height).
Both the E250 and E500 Model One scooters come with 9000mah lithium ion batteries.
If you're wondering if you'll be able to travel long distances before needing to charge up again, both the E250 and E500 Model One scooters offer a 15.5-mile range on a single charge, with a battery charging time of 4 to 5 hours. Note: The distance you're able to go before needing a charge may decrease if you're using your Model One in dual motor mode or if you've been riding up hills.
Not to worry, if you can't charge up in time—Unagi's Model One scooter can be used as a kick scooter.
Each Model One comes with a charger, and you can always buy an extra charger if needed.
For nighttime visibility, both the E250 and E500 Model One e-scooters from Unagi come with 1.8-watt brightness LED headlights and red blinking LED taillights on the scooter's rear.
In the U.S., most states don't require a license. For those that do, they usually just ask for a regular driver's license or a learner's permit.
Yes, you can bring an electric scooter on a plane, but it needs to have a lithium battery smaller than 100 watt-hours, which most don't.
Manufacturers advise against riding electric scooters in the rain. The main reasons are: water can fry the electronics, make the ride dangerous, and void your warranty.
“Is my scooter legal?” is a question many are increasingly asking. The micromobility industry is one of the fastest-growing and most exciting in the world—with promises for...in addition to abundances of the basics of time and money savings. And with this pace of innovation comes a struggle for regulation to keep up.
So, you're thinking about joining the electric scooter revolution, huh? You've seen those sleek and stylish scooters zipping around town, effortlessly gliding through traffic, and you can't help but wonder: Are electric scooters easy to ride?
In this guide, we'll break down what defines a lightweight electric scooter, why you should choose one, and the top features you should look for.
Want to get the most out of your electric scooter battery and extend your riding adventures? We've got you covered with our comprehensive guide full of maintenance tips and best practices.
*Disclaimer: Unagi, INC. has used best efforts, but does not in any manner guarantee the accuracy of the below findings regarding electric scooter laws in the United States or internationally. Electric scooter riders or those considering to purchase or begin…
