Seoul has a big e-scooter problem. More than 88,000 abandoned scooters were removed from the streets last year, and nearly 38,000 more were picked up by July this year. The cleanup cost in 2024 was over 3.5 billion won. While companies repay towing fees, city workers say their time is wasted. To fix this, operators are testing GPS parking zones and photo checks. Experts say scooter firms should take more responsibility.
J.K. Park Staff Reporter kids/1758697426/1613368150
1. What is Seoul’s scooter problem?
2. Who pays towing fees?
3. When were 38,000 scooters taken?
1. Do you see scooters left on the street?
2. Do you like riding scooters?
3. Is it easy or hard to park scooters?
Seoul has a big e-scooter problem. More than 88,000 abandoned scooters were removed from the streets last year, and nearly 38,000 more were picked up by July this year. The cleanup cost in 2024 was over 3.5 billion won. While companies repay towing fees, city workers say their time is wasted. To fix this, operators are testing GPS parking zones and photo checks. Experts say scooter firms should take more responsibility.
