E-scooter injuries have risen, according to ACC claims data. Photo: Gerard O'BrienNewly-released ACC data shows claims for e-scooter injuries are on the rise, with children and young people among the most affected. The age group recorded 203 new e-scooter claims in 2022, tripling to 605 by 2025. "For a small number of people, these e-scooter injuries are life-threatening." ACC paid out almost $16 million for scooter-related injuries in 2025, an increase of about 10% on the year prior.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 22, 2026 19:39 UTC