Financial expert reveals: Violation of compulsory insurance law when driving an e-scooter without insurance cover

Financial expert reveals: Violation of compulsory insurance law when driving an e-scooter without insurance cover

According to a report by dubisthalle.de The police in Halle (Saale) checked a 40-year-old e-scooter driver who did not have the required insurance coverage. Continuation of the journey was prohibited and investigations were initiated into the violation of the Compulsory Insurance Act.

This incident sheds light on a widespread problem associated with e-scooters. Many people are not aware that insurance is required to use such a vehicle. However, not having insurance can have serious consequences.

Impact on the market

The fact that many e-scooter users do not have insurance could have a long-term impact on the e-scooter market. Prosecuting violations of the compulsory insurance law could lead to consumers being more cautious and more likely to choose other means of transportation. This could lead to a reduction in demand for e-scooters and potentially a reduction in suppliers in the market.

Impact on consumers

For consumers, using an uninsured e-scooter can have negative financial consequences. In the event of an accident or damage being caused, they could be held responsible for all costs and receive significant fines or compensation claims. It is therefore important that consumers find out about insurance requirements and ensure that they have appropriate insurance cover before using an e-scooter.

Impact on the industry

The lack of insurance for e-scooters could also have an impact on the entire industry. Public attention to this incident could lead to increased pressure on authorities to introduce stricter regulations and controls for the e-scooter industry. This could lead to higher costs and stricter regulations for e-scooter providers, which could ultimately impact their profitability.

Therefore, it is important for both consumers and the e-scooter industry to take insurance requirements seriously and ensure that all e-scooters have the required insurance coverage.