Scooters without safety brakes on Cypriot roads

Electric scooters have proliferated in Cypriot cities, creating significant safety concerns due to inadequate infrastructure and enforcement. By 2026, four deaths and numerous injuries have been recorded, highlighting the risks for riders navigating traffic alongside cars and buses. While legislation was tightened in April 2025—raising the age limit to 17 and setting speed caps—challenges remain, including a lack of mandatory training and delays in implementing vehicle confiscation procedures.