Electric bikes are part of a wide range of Light Electric Vehicles (LEV) that provides convenient local transportation.  Generally designed for one person and small cargo capacity, LEV range, speed, and cost are moderate.  For most of us, the majority of our trips are less than 10 miles - within the range of most LEV.  Clean, quiet, and efficient LEV offers the advantages of an extra car without the burdens of maintenance. Electric scooters start with an adult-sized scooter with air-filled tires - and add a motor and battery. Riding one feels like water skiing on a single ski. Being more agile than bikes, scooters are more fun and adventurous. Due to a wide variety of scooters available and the minimal legislation regarding them, their speeds and range vary dramatically.