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4/17/26, 10:59 AM 120Kmph E-Scooters: Experts Warn Against High-Speed Modifications, Back Stricter Law
The growing threat posed by high-speed electric scooter modifications has

raised alarm among road safety experts, with some devices reportedly

capable of reaching speeds of up to 120 kmph.

According to Dr Mustafa Aldah, such extreme speeds significantly heighten

the risk of severe injuries and fatalities, particularly given the limited

protective features of e-scooters.

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Speaking about the dangers of modified devices, Dr Aldah emphasized

that riders are highly vulnerable because they lack essential safety

mechanisms found in conventional vehicles.

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“E-scooters have absolutely no crumple zones, no roll bars, and nothing to

protect the rider. Any tiny event on the road can send the user crashing to

the ground,” he said.“At high speeds, the consequences can be fatal,

especially if the rider is not wearing a helmet.”

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He noted that while modern vehicles are designed with passenger safety

cells and impact-absorbing structures, e-scooters leave riders exposed to

direct contact with the road or surrounding objects. A collision with fixed

infrastructure, such as a lamp post or concrete barrier, could prove deadly

at high speeds.

Dr Aldah stressed that speed remains the most critical factor in

determining rider safety.

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