Although escooters are a common sight in many European cities, you wont see them in the Netherlands. Thats because escooter use is restricted to private driveways or gardens, but riding one on public roads and bike lanes is illegal, and will land you with a 280 fine. However, this might change soon. The Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management is currently working on a bill that will make escooters road-legal, local newspaper Het Parool reports. If the bill is approved by the House of Representatives, escooters that meet the criteria of the Netherlands Vehicle Authority (RDW) will be allowed…
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