Originally Posted by mschwett

disagree. every scooter or ebike rider is likely a car off the road. (those people were unlikely to be walking - maybe in transit rich areas they'd be on a bus or train). although i'm sure it's happened, and some may have personal anecdotes of mortal danger, i have yet to hear of a cyclist killed or seriously injured by an e-bike, or e-scooter. the same can sadly not be said for vehicles, which have indeed gotten much bigger, heavier, faster, and probably less safe for everyone except their occupant.