This from a “Scoot ‘N Go” ad online, but many companies make these useful devices.
“Lite” by Scoot ‘N Go.” It weighs about 48 lbs. and folds easily into the trunk of your car. It can reach 3-5 mph which is about the speed of a brisk walk. It has 4 wheels, brakes, and a number of safety features.
By Paul Goldfinger, MD, Editor Blogfinger.net
These mobility scooters are designed for seniors. They are electric/battery powered, and in the Grove, most drivers would probably drive their scooter on the sidewalk. I don’t know if sidewalk driving would be allowed, but it sounds safe to me because most seniors would go slow–the speed of walking. They have baskets, brakes, lights, and comfortable seats. Weight limits vary, usually designed for about up to 300 pounds.
I have been researching these as a convenient mode of transportation in the Grove. Anyone who drives into down-town Ocean Grove in season is nuts.
Walmart has a large selection with a variety of prices, some as low as a few hundred dollars.
You may have seen signs in neighborhood towns such as Bradley Beach on Memorial Drive which say the electric bikes are banned, but I checked with the Neptune Police who tell me that “mobility scooters are permitted in Ocean Grove.” I inquired about registration and insurance and I was told that “We don’t believe that those are required by NJ State Law. More information can be obtained from NJMVC.”
In addition I learned that “There is an update reference to E-bikes that is scheduled to take effect in July of 2026.” Evidently the NJ MVC is working with state legislators on the requirements and actions related to registration and insurance. But these scooters are not usually referred to as “E-bikes”. We know that many cities are struggling with safety issues about e-bikes.
But, so far, I have not seen a single mobility scooter in the Grove. This could be the answer to mobility issues during the difficult Grovarian summer season. You could ride one all over the Grove for the Blogfinger Town-Wide Yard Sale set for June.
Will I get a scooter? My left leg has issues. I don’t have a leg to stand on. It’s probably cheaper than an orthopedist’s copay.
If one of you do get one, contact me so we could interview you and make a video. Blogfinger@verizon.net. There are many videos about this subject on company sites or You Tube.
George Bizet rode his horse around Paris in the 19th century, but here is a new idea for 2026. . Hook up a radio and go the Great Auditorium. George will probably be there this summer. Leave your car at home.
Oh: I can’t find a seller who offers test drives.
“Les Pecheurs de Perles” by George Bizet: