In this episode we talk to WA's Road Safety Commissioner, Adrian Warner, and RAC's Manager Community Programs, Des Duguid, to discuss the highs and the lows of eRideables in WA.
We cover their uptake, road rules and other restrictions (and how they’re being broken), injury rates, and the recommendations from a recent eRideables review in WA.
In December 2021, eRideable devices, such as e-skateboards, e-skates and e-unicycles, became legal to ride on some WA roads, joining Tasmania, Queensland and the ACT who at that time also allowed e-scooters on public roads.
Back in 2021, electric scooters were one of the fastest growing forms of mobility in the world, beaten only by eBikes (which are not considered ‘eRideables’ in WA).
That was more than three years ago, so where are we now in terms of uptake and how have these devices been integrated into the transport mix on WA roads and paths?
(00:00) Introduction to eRideables in WA
(00:53) Current Rules and Regulations
(02:03) Review Findings and Recommendations
(03:31) Safety Concerns and Education
(06:48) Comparing WA with Other States
(10:08) Public Perception and Usage
(14:50) Challenges and Future Considerations
(19:21) Understanding eScooter Technology
(20:40) Workshop Insights and Legislative Changes
(21:28) Public Perception and Safety Concerns
(23:50) Penalties and Legal Implications
(26:49) Injury Statistics and Risk Factors
(29:55) Future of eScooter Regulations
(37:24) Educational Initiatives and Community Engagement
(41:07) Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Guests
Adrian Warner - Western Australia’s Road Safety Commissioner
Des Duguid - RAC Manager Community Programs
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