Admiral reports spike in e-scooter accident claims

Adam Gavin, Deputy Head of Claims  from Admiral, said: “The last few months have given us a glimpse of the future of travel, and E-scooters have grown in popularity as they offer a cheap, easy and environmentally friendly way for many people to get around. As their popularity increases, we expect they will soon become a legal mode of transport and we will see many more riders on UK roads in the near future.

“Unfortunately, with this rise in the number of people using E-scooters comes an increase in risk for all road users. So far this year Admiral has seen a spike in the number of accident claims involving E-scooter riders, with 26 claims handled this year. That might not sound like a lot, but when compared to last year where there were just five claims involving them, it’s a big difference.

“The world of transport is evolving, so it’s important that infrastructure evolves alongside it to meet demand and keep all road users safe. If E-scooters are made legal on UK roads, it’s vital that safety is the top priority before any changes come into play. There are measures that can and should be taken to make it as safe as possible, not just for E-scooter riders but for all other road users too. This means introducing regulation for the industry, enforceable speed limits, the use of helmets, and even making sure appropriate insurance is in place.”