To ride a Voi e-scooter, a user must have a provisional driving licence and be at least 18 years of age. To get started, download the free app via the Apple App Store or Google Play.
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Are electric scooters allowed in Cambridge?
Legal use of an e-scooter
It’s legal to use an e-scooter on private land with the permission of the land owner. Where a trial rental scheme is running, it’s legal to use a rental e-scooter on a public road or cycle lane, provided you have the correct licence and follow road traffic regulations.
How do electric scooters work in Cambridge?
Regulations allow e-scooters to use the same road spaces as bikes, including cycle lanes. A trial e-scooter may be used on the road (except motorways) and in cycle lanes within the approved trial geographical area, unless otherwise authorised by the local area and as signposted to users.
Can you park Voi anywhere Cambridge?
Plan your journey before you ride to find the best spot at the end. It’s not appropriate or permitted to end your ride in certain places. That’s why we have No Park Zones, where you can’t leave a Voi. You will be unable to end your ride in No Park Zones, which are red in colour.
Can you ride electric scooters anywhere?
Rental electric scooters (e-scooters) are the only way to legally ride an e-scooter on public roads or in other public places within London – and even this is limited to specific boroughs. It is still illegal to use privately-owned e-scooters or other powered transporters on public roads.
What time do Voi scooters stop working Cambridge?
E-scooters will be available to unlock for £1 and cost £0.20 per minute between 06:00 hrs and 20:00 hrs.
Are electric scooters legal in the park?
Private e-scooters can only be used on private land and not on public roads, cycle lanes or pavements. The only e-scooters that can be used on public roads are those that are rented as part of government-backed trials.
Are electric scooters allowed on footpath?
Under no circumstances should e-scooters be permitted for usage on footpaths.
Can you ride electric scooters on the road or pavement?
Privately owned e-scooters are only legal to use on private land. You cannot get insurance to ride these in public spaces. This means they CANNOT be ridden on roads, pavements or any public space.
Can I ride an electric scooter on the pavement?
Just as with petrol scooters, you can’t legally ride an electric scooter on the pavement. The Go has a top speed of 30mph, and so would be dangerous to ride in a space intended for pedestrians. Because it has the same top speed as a 50cc scooter, there’s no need for you to be riding it on the pavement anyway.
How long can you pause a Voi ride for?
The rental period will continue while the Vehicle is temporarily parked. Save in respect of Long Term Rentals, the maximum usage period is 1 hour, after which the ride will be ended by Voi and, at this point, You must ensure that the Vehicle is parked in accordance with this Agreement.
Can I ride Voi without helmet?
Always wear a helmet when riding Voi. In some Voi cities, you can take a selfie with your helmet on and earn loyalty points.
How long does a Voi ride last?
For a fixed price, riders may take up to 10 rides a day, but not more than 200 minutes in total. After the first 45 minutes of each ride, the standard price per minute in your city will apply. Voi Pass is available either as a 24-hour pass or a monthly subscription.
Will police stop me on electric scooter?
If you’re using an e-scooter in public in an antisocial manner, you can also risk the e-scooter being seized under section 59 of the Police Reform Act .
What happens if you get caught on a electric scooter?
If caught riding an e-scooter, fines you may receive can include: a Fixed Penalty Notice for no insurance; with a £300 fine and six penalty points. a Fixed Penalty Notice for no driving licence, up to £100 fine and three-six penalty points.
Will e-scooters become legal in UK 2022?
The hope is that the Transport Bill will pass sometime in the middle of 2023, but it could take longer given the recent upheaval with the UK government. Until that law is passed it remains illegal to use a private e-scooter on public roads. Also, that Department for Transport bill passes will only apply to England.
How much does it cost to use Voi scooter?
To ride a scooter, download the Voi app and upload a copy of your valid driving licence. It costs £1 to unlock the scooter and then 20p per minute of the ride. There are also several subscriptions to make unlimited rides at a fixed rate.
How do Voi charge scooters?
It consists of a thin and lightweight receiver coil and charger unit attached to the scooter. A charging pad below the scooter, which consists of a thin printed circuit board-based coil and control unit, transfers power wirelessly.
How can I ride my Voi scooter for free?
Head to the Scooter & Bike tab in our app to find your eScooter on the map. Use the info on the scooter to make sure you’ve got the right one (they sometimes come in packs). You can also scan a scooter’s QR-code. Unlock it with the app and you’re good to go!
Can a 14 year old ride an electric scooter?
Under the current trials, people must 16 and have at least a provisional driving licence.
Why is it illegal to ride an electric scooter but not an electric bike?
The electric scooter is a powered vehicle (technically a Personal Light Electric Vehicle), and therefore unlike the e-bike, it is classed as a motor vehicle under the road traffic legislation.