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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/1433287

The trend has reportedly sparked a backlash from some in China due to safety reasons. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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[–] ericisshort@lemmy.world 4 points 2 years ago

More evidence that we’re getting closer to the future Wall-E predicted every year.

[–] Mishmash2000@lemmy.nz 4 points 2 years ago

From what I've briefly read China (and many other countries) have regulated that e-bikes must be under a certain weight (55kg) and top speed (25km/h) and anything over that is no longer considered an e-bike but rather a moped/motorbike that needs everything a motorbike would require i.e you have to get a licence to drive it and registration/plates.

It sounds resonable to me as the lines between an e-bike and e-motorbike got blurred real quick. Besides there's no way these wheelchairs are faster or more convenient than even a regulated e-bike?? Or am I missing something?? I guess you can ride them right into your office/up to your desk...