Russian government support policy for electric scooters

Russian government support policy for electric scooters
In Russia, electric scooters, as an emerging means of transportation, have received extensive attention and support from the government in recent years. This article will explore in detail the Russian government's support policies for the electric scooter industry and how these policies have promoted the popularity and development of electric scooters in Russia.

1. Legalization of electric scooters and formulation of traffic rules
The Russian government officially recognized electric scooters as a means of transportation from March 1, 2023. The implementation of this policy means the legalization of electric scooters in Russia, providing a legal basis for the use and popularization of electric scooters. At the same time, the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Transport have revised road traffic rules for electric scooters and other personal mobility devices, clarifying that the maximum speed limit for electric scooters is 25 km/h, and stipulating that the weight limit of electric scooters is 35 kg. The formulation of these rules provides guidance for the safe use of electric scooters, while also regulating the market and promoting the healthy development of the industry.

2. Strict penalties for traffic violations
In order to maintain the normal order of roads and sidewalks, the Russian State Duma passed an amendment to the Code of Administrative Offences of the Russian Federation, imposing stricter penalties on those who violate traffic rules using personal mobility vehicles such as electric scooters. This measure aims to reduce the safety risks caused by violations of electric scooters and improve the safety awareness of road users.

3. Promote green travel policies
In recent years, the Russian government has actively promoted green travel policies and vigorously promoted green travel modes such as electric vehicles and electric scooters to reduce carbon emissions from urban transportation. The introduction of this policy has provided strong policy support for the popularity of electric scooters in Russia, and also responded to the global call to reduce carbon emissions.

4. Financial support and the development of shared electric scooters
The Russian government plans to allocate 75 million rubles for the development of shared electric scooters to promote the popularization of "micro travel". This financial support not only promotes the expansion of shared electric scooter services, but also provides citizens with more travel options and reduces urban traffic pressure.

5. Infrastructure construction
The Russian government is also actively promoting the construction of electric scooter infrastructure. For example, the city of Krasnogorsk, outside Moscow, has built new passages to separate bicycles and electric scooters, providing convenience for pedestrians going to the subway and other transportation hubs. The construction of these infrastructures has not only improved the practicality of electric scooters, but also enhanced the public's acceptance of electric scooters as a means of transportation.

6. Registration and licensing requirements
Russian State Duma deputies are drafting legal amendments that require owners of personal motor (transport) tools to register and face severe penalties if they violate traffic rules. This measure will help identify "drivers" and facilitate penalties when they violate traffic rules, and also provide a basis for the safety supervision of electric scooters.

Conclusion
In summary, the Russian government has strongly supported the development of the electric scooter industry through policies such as legalizing electric scooters, formulating traffic rules, promoting green travel policies, providing financial support, building infrastructure, and implementing registration and licensing requirements. These policies have not only promoted the popularity of electric scooters, but also contributed to the sustainable development of urban transportation in Russia. With the continuous advancement of technology and the continuous improvement of policies, the development prospects of electric scooters in Russia are very broad.