New York Times: Make room for scooters!

There are 82 reader comments so far on this article by Jerry Garrett in The New York Times (Dec. 15, 2007).

The title: "What’s So Great About Scooters? Why Should You Care?"

Modern models with emissions-compliant, incredibly fuel-efficient four-stroke engines could really make a difference right now in America’s energy consumption. Especially if people used them for what they are at best at: things like short commutes, light errands and student transportation.

I was in New York City in October and was delighted by how many scooters I saw there, both parked and in motion.