Bogotá’s Scooters: Harmless fun or serious hazard?

By Jenna Abaakouk September 24, 2019

Over the last few months, Bogotá has seen an increase in the number of people ditching buses and bikes in favour of electric scooters created by companies such as Lime-S, Grin and Zoom. But what’s all the fuss about? How exactly do these scooters work, and are they more hassle than they’re worth? The Bogotá Post decided to take to the capital’s streets to find out.

Bogotá scooters: Two visitors from Pereira prepare to get a-scootin'
Two visitors from Pereira prepare to get a-scootin’ on Bogotá ‘s scooters. Photos: Steve Hide

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