Overview
- New e‑scooters will have to be equipped with turn signals, with the requirement taking effect in 2027 after a transition period.
- Many traffic provisions will align with bicycle rules, including use of the green right‑turn arrow at red lights and conditional parking on sidewalks and in pedestrian zones.
- Cities will gain explicit authority to set parking regimes for rental fleets, with the offer of scooters on public streets deemed not to be lawful parking under the road code.
- The Bundesrat called for closing a liability gap, and Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig plans tougher rules so crash victims can secure compensation more easily.
- The Association of Cities backs station‑based parking in inner‑city areas, while pedestrian group FUSS warns of new risks from broader access as accident numbers rose sharply last year.