When you go to the local gas station and fork over your hard-earned cash, the thought might occur to you that you should be finding ways of saving gas.  The issue has forced many to take the bus or commute with co-workers or fellow students, however the convenience of having your own transportation is really an issue.  Enter the scooter, a cost-effective solution to high gasoline prices.

Considering the fuel efficiency of the motorcycle, many of which get 60 MPG or more, some will say a motorcycle is the answer.  The advantage of electric scooters (and other scooter types) is that you will not need to pay for high insurance costs, as is the case with motorcycles.  There are other benefits to scooters as well.

One of the biggest benefits to using a scooter (gas, kick or electric) is that they either don't use gas at all, or they get even greater range per gallon of gas.  In fact, in order to fully recharge a battery on most electric scooters, one would pay a few cents.  The range can be up to thirty miles on some models.  Some models of gas-powered scooters will even use propane, which is not only cost efficient but environmentally friendly.

In order to purchase a scooter (no matter the type), the expense is significanlty less than motorcycles or cars, even a used car.  There are a few exceptions to that, but largely scooters tend to be very affordable.  

Some people are adverse to scooters simply from the perspective of the relative safety of the vehicle, compared to a car.  The fact is that a responsible scooter driver and the right protective equipment (like the helmet of course) can address the issue, still it is something to weigh out.

One of the drawbacks to using a scooter is that you are somewhat dependent on good weather in order to ride.  This again can be addressed with wearing a rain coat and the like, but is again something to consider.  Riding a scooter even part time, during fair weather, will still help address saving gas money.

The majority of the motor vehicle laws in the United States will define a scooter in such a way that no state-issued driver's license, or demand for insurance coverage is required.  If your scooter goes faster than a set limit (the state of California DMV says twenty-five miles an hour maximum speed), then it will need appropriate insurance and a license to drive will be necessary.  This is also why most scooters as such don't exceed this limit, though there are some exceptions.

If your commute requires you to be on the freeway, then of course the scooter may not work for your daily commute.  Nonetheless, many in urban situations or suburban settings find that they can utilize scooters as a means of saving gas in the long run.  Scooters that can fold, for example, can be taken on a bus.  So some people will ride their scooter to the bus station, thus extending their reach.

Sice there are so many benefits to using scooters, not the least of which is saving gas and paying less at the pump, they are a viable option to consider for your transportation needs.  Weigh the options and read scooter reviews to see if there's a solution to fit your needs.