Beginner's guide to e-mobility
Beginner's guide to e-mobility
1.
What is e-mobility
1.
What is e-mobility
E-mobility (electric mobility) is a vehicle powered by electricity.
It is attracting attention as a new, easy and environmentally friendly means of transportation.
2.
Types of e-mobility
2.
Types of e-mobility
kickboard
scooter
types
bike
3~4 wheel cart
3.
Points to consider when choosing
3.
Points to consider when choosing
①Choose from the purpose of use
For commuting/school
kickboard
scooter
types
bike type
For short distance travel such as shopping
3~4 wheel
cart
kickboard
For leisure and tourism
kickboard
bike type
For business use (delivery, etc.)
scooter
types
bike type
②Select based on the license required for driving
No license required
kickboard
3~4 wheel
cart *
*Some require a moped license or higher. Please check the specifications of each product for details.
Moped license or higher
Scooter
type *
3~4 wheel
cart
*Some require a regular driver's license (including small-sized vehicles) or higher. Please check the specifications of each product for details.
Ordinary motorcycle license or above
bike type
scooter
types
③ Places where you can drive
sidewalk
kickboard
Those below 6km/h
3~4 wheel
cart
roadway
scooter
types
kickboard
bike type
both sidewalks and roads
kickboard
Mode
switchable
4.
Safety and rules
4.
Safety and rules
Main rules for electric mobility
Basic rules for those with and without licenses
Basic rules for those with and without licenses
- As a general rule, drive on the left side of the road. Do not drive on the right (reverse direction).
- Riding with two people is prohibited.
(Specified small mopeds, special small mopeds, and one type of moped only.More mobility varies depending on the vehicle) - Drinking and driving is prohibited by law.
- It is necessary to obtain a license plate.
- In principle, riding on sidewalks is prohibited.
- Pedestrians have priority at crosswalks, and bicycles have priority in bicycle crossing zones. The same applies to intersections without crosswalks.
Electric mobility that requires a license
Motorized bicycles such as electric bikes
- A driver's license is required.
- Wearing a helmet is required by law.
Electric mobility without a license
Specified small motorized bicycles such as electric kickboards
- Anyone over the age of 16 can drive without a license.
- It is compulsory to wear a helmet.
(We recommend wearing a helmet just in case)
Please check the website below for detailed traffic rules.
“Traffic rules regarding specified small motorized bicycles” (Metropolitan Police Department)
https://www.npa.go.jp/bureau/traffic/anzen/tokuteikogata.html“About specified small motorized bicycles” (Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism)
https://www.mlit.go.jp/jidosha/jidosha_fr7_000058.html“Specified small motorized bicycles” (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry)
https://www.meti.go.jp/policy/mono_info_service/mono/seikatsuseihin/mobility/index.html
Key points for safe driving
Key points for safe driving
- Always pay attention to the traffic around you.
- Keep an appropriate distance from pedestrians and other vehicles.
- Avoid sudden changes in direction and don't forget to signal with your turn signal.
- Be sure to obey road signs and traffic lights.
- Please drive carefully especially when the weather is bad.
- When driving at night, we recommend turning on your lights and using reflective materials.
- In preparation for accidents, compulsory automobile liability insurance is mandatory, and voluntary insurance is recommended.
Prohibitions
Prohibitions
- Driving while using a mobile phone etc.
- Driving using earphones etc.
- Driving above the speed limit
- drunk driving
- *This content is based on related laws and regulations such as the Road Traffic Act.
- *Detailed rules may differ depending on the region.
- *Contents may change due to legal revisions.
5.
Recommended test drive
5.
Recommended test drive
Let's actually ride it and check the operability and ride comfort.
You can test drive various vehicles at the e-mobility park!
6.
e-mobility
FAQ
6.
e-mobility
FAQ