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15 Transportation Ideas That Never Took Off

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7. The Segway Revolution

7. The Segway Revolution
Segway’s ambitious debut and swift decline amid evolving urban mobility and rising e-scooter trends. Photo by: ChatGPT

When the Segway launched in 2001, it was heralded as a game-changer for city transport. But its high price, city regulations, and social awkwardness kept it from mainstream adoption. While Segways found some use in tourism and security, other micro-mobility tools like e-scooters quickly surpassed them in popularity. Explore the Segway’s rise and fall at The Verge.

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