France is set to vote on new regulations for electric scooters on July 21, 2026, which would ban their use by individuals under 17 years old and mandate insurance for all riders. The proposed measures aim to address rising accident rates and safety concerns.
According to reports from French media, the four key measures include: a minimum age of 17 for riding, compulsory third-party liability insurance, a ban on carrying passengers, and stricter penalties for violations such as riding on sidewalks. The government has cited data showing a significant increase in e-scooter-related injuries.
If approved, the new rules would bring France in line with other European countries that have already implemented similar restrictions. The insurance requirement is expected to cost around β¬50-100 per year per scooter, though official figures have not been confirmed.
Opposition groups argue the age limit is too high, while safety advocates welcome the changes. The vote is expected to pass with cross-party support, according to parliamentary sources.
