An increasing number of people are turning to light electric mobility vehicles like electric scooters for daily activities, including shopping.
In this context, shopping centers have a valuable opportunity to stand out and enhance their user experience by offering parking and charging points for these vehicles.
However, scooter users often face the lack of safe, convenient parking spaces, which limits their shopping experience and discourages the use of this sustainable transport option.
For this reason, today we will demonstrate the importance of allocating space in shopping centers for parking electric scooters.
The Importance of Electric Scooter Parking in Shopping Centers
Despite the growing popularity of electric scooters, most shopping centers currently lack dedicated parking and charging spaces for them.
This deficiency negatively impacts the promotion of electric mobility, as it forces users to rely on private vehicles, contributing to traffic congestion and higher carbon emissions.
Therefore, we must be aware that this type of vehicle is here to stay. Thanks to its lightness, low cost, and ability to help protect the environment, more and more people are considering using them in the coming year.
Why Shopping Centers Need Charging Stations for Electric Scooters
Following the pandemic, interest in electric scooters has surged, creating a demand for adequate charging and parking infrastructure.
Studies show that less than 15% of shopping centers in Spain currently provide electric scooter parking, even though the number of scooter users is significantly higher than that of electric cars, for which charging stations are more readily available.
- More than 370,000 people have opted for the scooter.
- The largest cities have seen an increase in users choosing to use scooters, with Madrid and Andalusia being the regions where scooters generate the most interest.
- Age distribution of electric scooter users.
- The average age of electric scooter users aligns with the average age of the population visiting shopping centers.
In conclusion, very few shopping centers offer parking for this type of customer, leading to a sense of neglect among this target group.
We believe this presents a great opportunity for shopping centers to enhance the shopping experience for users who travel by electric scooter, by installing parking and charging stations specifically for this type of vehicle.
Most charging stations currently available are intended for electric cars, despite the fact that the number of people traveling by car is considerably lower than those using electric scooters.
Solum: An Innovative Solution for Electric Scooter Charging
Solum is a leading company in setting up charging stations for light electric vehicles, utilizing a solar energy-powered system called Arena.
This innovative setup converts solar energy into clean electricity, allowing shopping centers to offer environmentally-friendly charging solutions.
The Lagoh shopping center, one of the largest in Andalusia, has already entrusted Solum with its services by installing charging stations for electric scooters, enhancing the shopping experience and promoting sustainable mobility. In addition to Lagoh, Solum has implemented stations in other European shopping centers, reaffirming its commitment to sustainable mobility and improving the shopping experience for customers.
This innovative solution will place your shopping center at the forefront of this type of mobility.
Beneficios de las estaciones de carga para patinetes en centros comerciales
Your shopping center will project a forward-thinking vision while generating significant benefits for the customer, as Solum’s charging station offers numerous functions for your commercial gallery, such as:
- Enhanced Security: Dedicated charging and parking areas reduce the risk of theft and damage.
- Smart Stations: Real-time monitoring and control features help inform users about charge status and available spaces.
- Sustainability Promotion: By using solar energy, Solum’s stations help cut energy consumption and CO2 emissions.
- Attract New Customers: Charging stations appeal to sustainability-conscious consumers, enhancing the shopping center’s image.
Electric Mobility Regulations in Spain
In recent years, Spanish legislation has evolved to regulate the use of personal mobility vehicles. Royal Decree 970/2020 establishes guidelines on the use of electric scooters in cities, including speed limits and designated circulation zones.
However, no specific regulation has yet been implemented to address parking in shopping centers, leaving room for private initiatives, such as those from Solum, to take the lead in providing innovative solutions.
However, no specific regulation has yet been implemented to address parking in shopping centers, leaving room for private initiatives, such as those from Solum, to take the lead in providing innovative solutions.
Have you considered installing charging stations for scooters at your shopping center? Visit Solum for more information and discover how our stations can position your shopping center at the forefront of sustainable mobility.
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