Electric scooters, mopeds first entered the Mongolian market in force in 2022. What started as freedom on wheels has turned into a growing public safety threat. 

• Background News: In 2023, Jet Sharing Mongolia launched 3,000 electric scooters. The following year, another 6,000 were planned. As the numbers on the streets grew rapidly, so did the risks.

 Sharp Rise in Injuries

By 2025, the consequences became clear. Injuries linked to these vehicles have increased 6-fold in just 3 years. In 2022, only 50 cases were recorded. By 2023 the number jumped to 305, rising further to 532 in 2024. In 2025 alone, a staggering 2,792 people were injured. In just 5 days in April 2026, another 48 accidents were recorded. Many involved young riders traveling at high speeds without proper safety gear.

 Why These Vehicles Are Risky

Unlike ordinary bicycles, many of these vehicles are equipped with powerful motors. Electric scooters can reach up to 60 km/h, while Surons can go as fast as 120 km/h. This combination of speed, lack of protective gear and frequent use by young or inexperienced riders has led to a surge in serious head, spinal and brain injuries. Many accidents occur because riders treat them like regular bicycles, ignoring the much higher risks involved.

 New Rules Introduced

In response to the growing crisis, the city adminstration has introduced stricter regulations that came into effect on 10 April 2026. The new rules aim to balance public safety with the growing popularity of micro-mobility. Under the updated law, electric scooters and mopeds can only be used by people aged 16 and over, while Surons are restricted to riders aged 18 and above. All such vehicles must now use cycle lanes or stay on the far right side of the road, and riding on pavements is strictly prohibited.

• Even with stricter regulations, minors are still riding, and accidents continue to happen. The core issue is that the city lacks proper infrastructure for scooters and mopeds. As a result, they are forced to use pedestrian paths, increasing the risk of injuries.

 What Happens Next?

Rental companies must now verify users’ age via the E-Mongolia platform, with parents held responsible for minors. Traffic Police will enforce the rules nationwide. While officials expect fewer accidents, pedestrians still need to stay on full alert, because if you’re not paying attention, getting clipped by a scooter or moped isn’t a possibility, it’s just a matter of time.