In Moscow, authorities are actively addressing how to test and verify knowledge of traffic rules among cyclists and users of personal mobility devices such as electric scooters. This stance was shared by Evgeny Loginovsky, the deputy head of the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia for Moscow and leader of the city’s traffic police division, according to reports from TASS.
Loginovsky explained that a package of regulatory documents is being prepared. The aim is to define the status of individual mobility vehicles in a clear, comprehensive way and to explore various practical solutions. He noted that the initiative is being developed with strong input from Moscow and is part of ongoing work at the national level to modernize the rules governing road use by new forms of personal transport.
The official emphasized that the process is under careful consideration. He described the issue as multifaceted and warned that any proposed controls must be designed to avoid distortions or unintended consequences that might hamper safe travel or create unfair burdens for users. The project is moving forward with a sense of urgency but with caution, and the public should expect tangible progress in the coming year rather than within the current year.
At present, Russia has not established a formal legal status for individual mobility vehicles, including electric scooters. The absence of a definitive framework means these devices operate in a gray area, with regulatory debates focused on safety standards, rider responsibilities, and the interaction between motorized and pedestrian traffic.
During the first half of 2022, the Road Safety Science Center reported fatalities and injuries linked to self-mobility devices. Six people lost their lives and 382 were injured in incidents involving electric scooters, unicycles, Segways, and similar vehicles. The data indicated that most collisions involved pedestrians, with 78.8 percent of cases classified as pedestrian-related impacts. In 13.5 percent of incidents, the collision involved other vehicles. About one third of these accidents occurred at pedestrian crossings, while nearly a third happened at access points or intersections near adjacent territories. The statistics highlight the critical need for clear rules, better infrastructure, and rider education to minimize risk and improve overall road safety for all road users. The situation remains under study, with policymakers seeking practical, enforceable measures that balance innovation with public safety. These developments are being tracked by safety authorities and transportation researchers who aim to publish comprehensive guidelines as soon as they are ready for implementation. This ongoing work underscores a broader effort to align evolving personal mobility trends with existing traffic laws in a way that protects pedestrians and drivers alike, while encouraging responsible use of new mobility technologies. [citation needed]