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Read the full article at Mckinsey.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today\u2019s micromobility landscape\u00a0<\/strong>is primarily defined by electric bicycles, mopeds, and e-kickscooters. Below the surface, however, another mobility segment with similarly impressive growth rates has recently gained traction: three- and four-wheeled minimobility. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because of their smaller size, minimobility vehicles are less expensive than standard EVs, consume less space, and have more parking options\u2014characteristics that are especially beneficial in crowded urban areas. Other advantages include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Minimobility vehicles require fewer resources and energy during production; this is especially helpful considering that some resources, such as battery components, are already in short supply.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Energy requirements for minimobility-vehicle operation are lower than those for standard EVs; this is important because many regions, including the European Union, will not be able to produce enough green energy at the local level for decades.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Minimobility vehicles increase safety because they usually travel more slowly and are more visible to pedestrians and bikers.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
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    Two-wheeled micromobility options, especially e-kickscooters and electric cargo bikes, have become very popular in cities. 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