# Waterproof Electric Scooters Skips S3 Scooters Will Feature Waterproof Batteries in their Design By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-08-23 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-batteries References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2019/08/14/skip-s-new-electric-scooter-is-equipped-with-waterproof-batterie/) & [skipscooters](https://skipscooters.com/) The new Skip electric scooter will feature waterproof batteries in its design. The new batteries will be more durable which will help the scooters stand up to increased use linked with shareable scooters. Skip's new scooter model is titled the [S3](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s3-aluminum) and was designed with durability as a focus. The waterproof batteries will also require less charging time that the precious battery designed. Skip's S3 scooters also feature a number of safety upgrades. Notably, the new model will have larger wheels that can better absorb the shock of rough terrain. Lights were also included on both sides of the scooter. This will make S3 riders easier to see at night. Image Credit: Skip ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 36% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Waterproof Batteries:** The use of waterproof batteries in electric scooters can increase their durability and withstand increased usage. - **Durable Design:** Designing electric scooters with durability in mind can enhance their longevity and performance. - **Safety Upgrades:** Incorporating safety features like larger wheels and lights in electric scooters can improve rider visibility and comfort. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Electric Scooters:** The electric scooter industry can benefit from the adoption of waterproof batteries and durable design to attract more users and increase market demand. - **Shared Mobility:** The shared mobility industry can leverage waterproof electric scooters with longer-lasting batteries to enhance the overall user experience and increase scooter availability. - **Electric Vehicle Accessories:** The electric vehicle accessories industry can explore opportunities to provide waterproof batteries and safety upgrades for electric scooters to cater to the growing market demand. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Battery-Swappable E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lime-gen4.md) - [Storage-Packed Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/segway-e110a-escooter.md) - [Swappable Battery Delivery Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-delivery-scooter.md) - [Hybridized Police Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/police-scooter.md) - [Speedily Sprinting Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-escooter.md) - [Eco-Friendly Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-electric-scooter.md) - [Electric Urbanite Scooter Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-peugeot-estreetzone.md) - [Independent Suspension Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threewheeled-electric-scooter.md) - [Novice-Friendly Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pure-electric-scooters.md)