Shared Scooters Face Backlash and Contract Terminations in Portuguese Cities

Shared scooter systems are becoming a contentious issue in Portuguese cities, with expert Paula Teles highlighting the lack of courage to reduce car dependency and the problems arising from these systems. Several cities like Braga, Espinho, and Vila Nova de Gaia have terminated contracts with operators, and petitions are underway in Lisbon and Coimbra, citing safety concerns despite cars remaining the primary threat.