First legal e-scooter launches in the Netherlands - for 1,900
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The Dutch government has approved the Selana Alpha electric scooter for use on public roads and bike lanes, marking a shift in the country's approach to micromobility. This scooter, developed by startup Selana, gained its first blue license plate, allowing it to be driven legally. The Alpha features a top speed of 25 km/h, a range of 45-60 km, and a 576 Wh battery. Riders aged 16 and older can use it without a helmet or license but must have a number plate.
The Selana Alpha is the first electric scooter approved for public roads in the Netherlands, signaling a shift in the country's stance on micromobility.
The scooter features a top speed of 25 km/h and a range of 45-60 km, with an impressive 576 Wh LG lithium-ion battery that charges in 2.5 hours.
Chingiskhan Kazakhstan and Max Schalow expressed joy on LinkedIn, emphasizing six years of effort culminating in the legal approval of the Selana Alpha for public bike lanes.
Pending regulations, the Selana Alpha is accessible to riders 16 years and older, does not require a helmet or driving license, but mandates a number plate.
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