# Anti-Vandalism Electric Scooters The New Bird Electric Scooters Have Sensors to Prevent Vandalism By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-08-06 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bird-electric-scooters References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2019/8/1/20749511/bird-two-electric-scooter-battery-autonomous-sensors) & [bird.co](https://www.bird.co/) The [new Bird electric scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-electric-scooters) were recently revealed, and the new model is called the Bird Two. It will feature a number of improvements from the company's inaugural Bird One. Bird indicates that the battery has an industry-leading, automotive-grade design. Other improvements to the design are [anti-theft and vandalism features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bosch-battery-lock). The Bird Two also incorporates [self-reporting damage sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraviolette-tesseract) that can indicate if the scooter is damaged. Other anti-vandalism features include an anti-tipping kickstand and tires that are puncture-proof. Anti-encryption software will also protect the electric scooters from theft. Bird has not released a battery range or top speed for the new scooters. The new scooters are expected to be released in the fall. Image Credit: Bird ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Anti-vandalism Electric Scooters:** Opportunity for developing electric scooters with enhanced security features to prevent vandalism and theft. - **Self-reporting Damage Sensors:** Opportunity to integrate self-reporting damage sensors in various industries to monitor and detect damage in real-time. - **Puncture-proof Tires:** Opportunity to create puncture-proof tires for various industries, improving durability and reducing maintenance costs. ### Where This Applies - **Micromobility Industry:** Potential for the micromobility industry to invest in anti-vandalism electric scooters, ensuring safer and more secure transportation options. - **Automotive Industry:** Disruptive opportunity for the automotive industry to incorporate self-reporting damage sensors in vehicles, enabling proactive maintenance and efficient repairs. - **Logistics and Delivery Industry:** Integration of puncture-proof tires in logistics and delivery vehicles can enhance operational efficiency and reduce downtime due to tire-related issues. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [E-Mobility Vehicle Suites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bird-flex.md) - [E-Scooter Parking Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bird-vps.md) - [Reliable Budget-Friendly Ebikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdbike.md) - [Accessible E-Scooter Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accessible-e-scooter-service.md) - [Reliable Anti-Theft E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanmoof-1.md) - [Collision Detection Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraviolette-tesseract.md) - [Industrial Design Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/model-one-voyager.md) - [Weatherized Folded E-Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dynamic-scooter.md) - [Adaptable Comfort eScooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bee-electric-scooter.md)