New rules for e-scooters & e-scooters from July 1, 2025

From July 1, 2025, new regulations for so-called “light motorcycles” will apply in Switzerland. You will now be allowed to ride your electric scooter (Ecooter M1 or E2 urban.) at speeds of up to 25 km/h – and with two seats, you can even travel in pairs. Important: E-scooters are excluded from this.

More speed for e-scooters – but not for e-scooters

E-scooters (i.e. electric two-wheelers with a seat that look like a moped or scooter) are now allowed to travel at speeds of up to 25 km/h – previously it was only 20 km/h. This puts them on the same level as slower e-bikes.
However, anyone riding an e-scooter or e-scooter without a seat must continue to adhere to the old rules: Ride standing up, alone, max. 20 km/h . Even if many would like to be allowed to ride in pairs – that remains prohibited.

New: Riding together allowed

A big step forward for e-scooter fans: if your vehicle has two seats, you will be allowed to take a second person with you from July 1, 2025. Condition: You must be at least 16 years old. For younger riders (aged 14 and over with a category M driving license), the following still applies: ride alone.

For vehicles with child seats – for example, cargo bikes – up to four children may even be taken along, provided the seats are suitably protected.

Which vehicles are affected?
The new regulation affects vehicles in the “light motorcycles” category , i.e:

• E-scooter with max. 500 watts of power
• E-bikes and cargo bikes with pedal assistance
• Vehicles up to max. 250 kg total weight
• Speed: new up to 25 km/h

Important: The cycle path obligation remains in place if one is signalized – just like for bicycles. This means that you are allowed to ride your e-scooter or e-bike on cycle paths, if available.

What will change for Etrix customers?

For our models at ETRIX, your specialist for electric scooters in Switzerland, this means more freedom and more riding fun:

• 25 km/h instead of 20 km/h – more comfortable in city traffic
• Two-seater scooters such as the Ecooter E2 Urban can now really be used by two people
• Helmets are not compulsory, but we still strongly recommend wearing a helmet
• No driving license required from the age of 16 – or from 14 with category M

Unfortunately, everything remains the same for our popular VMAX e-scooters: for one person only, max. 20 km/h .

Conclusion: Full power, zero emissions

Switzerland is sticking to its liberal legislation – but is implementing important and sensible changes. E-scooters with a seat are finally being recognized for what they are: a genuine, practical alternative for urban transport. E-scooters remain somewhat more restricted – but are uncomplicated to use.