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I'm just not sure how many car journeys it will actually replace. Anybody who is currently driving is unlikely to switch to a scooter I'd think. The usual excuses of taking the kids to school or needing to carry large things that can't be taken on bike or public transport aren't fixed by the use of a scooter. The only replacement I can see is to and from train stations/other transport, which cuts down a small amount but again, if you're not doing this already because it is too far away and a car is preferable I doubt a scooter will seem like the answer. You then also have the issue of dragging and storing a heavy combersome plank in an already overcrowded train/bus.
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Still better than a car imo, most people would probably use them sensibly, those who dont will still only be riding a scooter, instead of driving a large metal box in a similar manner.