Electric vehicles are trendy. To get from A to B quickly, there are also many options in the city of Zurich, for example renting an electric scooter or maybe you have your own vehicle.
But watch out: The use of this means of transport is regulated by law and is not risk-free. Anyone using such vehicles should know the rules. Because the vehicles are motorized, which means they are fast. And because they are powered by an electric motor, they are also quiet. This can quickly lead to dangerous situations in public spaces.
Vehicles permitted on public roads
Electric scooter (light motorbike)
Speed: 20 km/h
License plate: Not mandatory
Number of seats: 1 person
Driver's license: Cat. M (14 to 16 years), from 16 years no longer required
Bike helmet: not required, but recommended
Conduct in traffic: Equated with bicycles. Use of cycle lanes and paths compulsory. Driving on the sidewalk is prohibited. Passage permitted when motorbikes are prohibited.
Electric bike, slow (light motor bike)
Speed: 20 km / h / 25 km / h with pedal assistance
License plate: not necessary
Number of seats: 1 person (exceptions according to Art. 63 Para. 3 VRV)
Driver's license: Cat. M (14 to 16 years), from 16 years no longer required
Bike helmet: not required, but recommended
Conduct in traffic: Equated with bicycles. Use of cycle lanes and paths compulsory. Driving on the sidewalk is prohibited. Passage permitted when motorbikes are prohibited.
Electric scooter (light motorbike)
Speed: 20 km / h / 25 km / h with pedal assistance
License plate: not necessary
Number of seats: 1 person (exceptions according to Art. 63 Para. 3 VRV)
Driver's license: Cat. M (14 to 16 years), from 16 years no longer required
Bike helmet: not required, but recommended
Conduct in traffic: Equated with bicycles. Use of cycle lanes and paths compulsory. Driving on the sidewalk is prohibited. Passage permitted when motorbikes are prohibited.
Electric stand-up scooter (motor bike)
Speed: 20 km/h
License plate: Required
Number of seats: 1 person
Driver's license: Cat. M (14 to 16 years), from 16 years no longer required
Bike helmet: not required, but recommended
Conduct in traffic: Equated with bicycles. Use of cycle lanes and paths compulsory. Driving on the sidewalk is prohibited. Passage permitted when motorbikes are prohibited.
Electric bike, fast (motor bike)
Speed: 30 km / h / 45 km / h with pedal assistance
License plate: Required
Number of seats: 1 person
Driver's license: Cat. M
Bike helmet: Required
Conduct in traffic: Use of cycle lanes and paths compulsory. Driving on the sidewalk is prohibited. Passage when motorbikes are prohibited switched off Motor allowed.
Vehicles not permitted on public roads
The vehicles listed below may not be driven on public traffic areas. These are characterized by the fact that they are accessible to everyone (e.g. public streets, including district streets and meeting areas, sidewalks, parking spaces, e.g. at shopping centers).
Electric unicycle (Onewheel)
Due to the lack of type approval and the lack of technical requirements, this motorized trend vehicle is not permitted on public property.
May only be used in a cordoned-off area!
Electric unicycle (monowheel)
Due to the lack of type approval and the lack of technical requirements, this motorized trend vehicle is not permitted on public property.
May only be used in a cordoned-off area!
Electric smart wheel (hoverboard)
Due to the lack of type approval and the lack of technical requirements, this motorized trend vehicle is not permitted on public property.
May only be used in a cordoned-off area!
Electric skateboard
Due to the lack of type approval and the lack of technical requirements, this motorized trend vehicle is not permitted on public property.
May only be used in a cordoned-off area!
The list is not exhaustive. There are other offers of electrically powered "fun devices". The Zurich City Police point out that the purchase of such trendy vehicles should be carefully considered.
Tips
Here are the most important things about how to use trendy electric vehicles correctly.
- Maximum one person per vehicle.
- Roads with a general driving ban and sidewalks are allowed not be driven on.
- A helmet is not mandatory in every case, but is always recommended.
- Children under the age of 14 are not permitted to use it.
- 14- to 16-year-olds need a Cat. M driver's license. For fast electric bikes, people over 16 years of age also need a Cat. M driver's license.
- The use of cycle lanes and paths is compulsory. Where these are missing, you must drive on the right edge of the lane.
- to park: Primarily on / in designated areas / facilities. Only on the sidewalk if there is a 1.5 m wide space next to it.
- Otherwise, the same traffic rules apply as for cyclists or moped riders.
- The vehicle must be approved for public use and have the appropriate performance conditions and equipment such as B. light, bell etc. have (see FEDRO regulations).
Video
E-scooter, compliant use.