Electric scooter storage in an apartment: space, charging, fire safety and winter
An electric scooter fits a small home better than a bike does. Where you keep it and how you charge it matter more than how much room you have.
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Electric scooter maintenance checklist: tires, brakes and bolts
An electric scooter has very few parts that need attention. The ones that do are the ones that keep you upright and let you stop.
Electric scooter battery care: charging, storage and making it last
The battery is the most expensive part of any electric scooter. A few simple habits decide whether it lasts two years or five.
Electric scooter commute cost: electricity per mile, upkeep and how it compares
Electricity is the smallest line on the bill. Here is how to add up what a scooter commute really costs, and how to compare it fairly with fares, rides and driving.
How long do electric scooter batteries last? Cycles, years and signs of wear
The battery is the part of an electric scooter that ages. Here is how long it usually lasts, how to tell when it is wearing out, and what to do when it is time to replace it.
Electric scooter charging time: how long it takes, fast chargers and cost per charge
Small commuters charge in an afternoon and big performance models take most of a day. Here is how to work out your own charging time, and what each charge really costs.
Electric scooter accessories: what to buy first and what is worth adding
A helmet, a strong lock and better lights matter more than anything else you can bolt on. After that, choose accessories made for your model.
How to transport an electric scooter in a car: trunks, racks and battery care
Most folding electric scooters fit in a car. Getting one in without scratches, stopping it from sliding and keeping the battery cool are the parts people forget.
Electric bike accessories: what to buy first, from helmets to phone mounts
Most riders need the same short list: a helmet, a lock, lights, somewhere to carry things, a mirror and a phone mount. Here is what to look for in each, and what fits which bike.
Electric bike maintenance checklist: chain, brakes, tires and battery
An electric bike is a bicycle that works harder. The chain, brakes and tires wear faster than on a regular bike, and a few minutes a week keeps them in shape.
Electric scooter setup: unboxing, first charge and first ride
Half an hour of care at the start saves a lot of trouble later. Here is how to unbox, set up and test a new electric scooter before the first real ride.
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