The number of electric scooter accidents in Vlaams-Brabant has surged dramatically in recent years. According to data obtained by Vooruit from Flemish Mobility Minister Annick De Ridder (N-VA), incidents involving e-steps nearly quadrupled between 2020 and 2023. This sharp rise highlights growing safety concerns as more people turn to electric scooters for daily transport.
- Aantal ongevallen met e-steps verviervoudigd
- Ongevallen stegen van 26 naar 90 in 3 jaar
- Vlaams-Brabant registreert significant meer e-step incidenten
- Minister Annick De Ridder levert cijfers
- Aantal gewonden door e-step ongevallen stijgt
- Vooruit bevraagt mobiliteitsminister over veiligheid trends
In 2020, there were 26 reported accidents involving electric scooters in the region, but by 2023, that number had climbed to 90. Alongside the increase in accidents, the number of injuries has also risen significantly. These figures, revealed on 2025-07-16 10:53:00, raise important questions about the safety measures currently in place.
What is driving this surge in electric scooter accidents, and how can Vlaams-Brabant ensure safer mobility for its residents? The following fast answer provides a concise overview.
Why has the number of e-step accidents increased so rapidly? Is the infrastructure keeping pace with the growing popularity of electric scooters? These Trends suggest several key issues:
- Increased usage of e-steps without corresponding safety education
- Possible lack of dedicated lanes or safe paths for electric scooters
- Insufficient enforcement of traffic rules for e-step riders
Looking ahead, policymakers and local authorities must act quickly to introduce targeted safety campaigns and infrastructure improvements. Are we ready to make our streets safer for all? The time to address electric scooter safety in Vlaams-Brabant is now.
