# Tech-Enriched Commuter Scooters The NIU Kick Scooters Offer a Fun Yet Functional Riding Experience By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-07-10 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/niu-kick-scooters References: [gearculture](https://gearculture.com/goods/niu-kick-scooter/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+GearCulture+%28GearCulture%29) & [niu](https://www.niu.com/us) The [NIU](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/niu-kqi-100p) kick scooters are an accessible range of [personal transportation solutions for urbanites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-ls1) looking to get around town on their own terms. The scooters come in two models to choose from including the [Pro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apollo-pro) and the Sport, which are priced below the $1,000 price point to highlight affordability when compared against other options on the market. The Pro scooter is paired with a 350W motor and a 486Wh lithium-ion battery, while the Sport has a 300W motor and a 365Wh lithium-ion battery. The NIU kick scooters are outfitted with Bluetooth connectivity to let riders manage their equipment directly from their smartphone. This includes monitoring the battery and even managing security by allowing for remote locking or unlocking. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Smart Commuting:** Integrating Bluetooth connectivity in personal transportation solutions, such as scooters, to provide a more seamless and personalized ride experience. - **Affordable Electric Scooters:** Providing low-cost electric scooters that are accessible and affordable to the urban population for everyday city commuting. - **Advanced Battery Technology:** Developing lithium-ion battery technology to provide longer-lasting battery life, and enhance user experience in personal transportation solutions such as scooters. ### Where This Applies - **Personal Transportation:** Personal transportation providers can leverage electric scooters as an affordable mode of daily commute for the urban population. - **Energy Storage:** Energy storage providers can work with personal transportation providers to develop advanced lithium-ion batteries to enhance the user experience of electric scooters. - **Smart Mobility:** Smart mobility companies can integrate Bluetooth connectivity in personal transportation solutions to provide a more seamless and personalized rider experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Affordable Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/niu-kqi-100p.md) - [Low-Cost Collapsible E-Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kqi-100f.md) - [Lightweight Folding E-Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/niu-kqi-200f.md) - [Long-Range Commuter Kick Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninebot-ekickscooter-e2-pro.md) - [App-Enabled Electric Kickscooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appenabled-electric-kickscooters.md) - [Advanced Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-electric-scooters.md) - [Novice-Friendly Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pure-electric-scooters.md) - [Comfort-Focused Electric Commuter Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/segway-p-series-ekickscooters.md) - [Robust Electric Kick Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-stand-bike.md)