Electromobility in Wolfsburg

• The topic of e-mobility is part of the "Green Thread" sustainable mobility strategy for Wolfsburg

• Rental systems for electric scooters

  E-scooters can be a sensible and environmentally friendly addition to urban mobility, supplementing public transport as a feeder service or inviting people to leave their cars behind for short journeys. The prerequisite for this is that certain rules are observed.
  

  • Which e-scooters are approved for road use?

    Since summer 2019, e-scooters have been eligible for registration in Germany. This means that manufacturers of these so-called small electric vehicles can now apply to the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) for road traffic approval for their models. You can find out which models are currently approved at the KBA.
    
    The conditions under which an e-scooter can be approved for road traffic are regulated by the Ordinance for Small Electric Vehicles (eKFV). Only appropriately approved and insured models may be used by private individuals or rental companies within the scope of the German Road Traffic Act (StVO).
    
    Key technical features of approved e-scooters:

    • Type approval from the KBA
    • Maximum design speed of 20 kilometers per hour
    • Handlebar and handlebar, lighting system, two independently functioning brakes, bell
    • Maximum power 500 watts or 1400 watts for self-balancing e-scooters

    
    

  • What general rules apply nationwide for the use of e-scooters on the road?

    • Cyclists may ride on cycle paths or cycle lanes. If these are not available, the roadway may be used.
    • Minimum age 14 years (no license required)
    • Wearing a helmet is not compulsory, but is recommended.
    • E-scooters require valid liability insurance and an adhesive license plate.
    • The 0.5 per mille limit applies or a limit of 0.3 per mille if you are no longer able to participate safely in road traffic under the influence of alcohol. For people under the age of 21 and new drivers who are in the probationary period, there is even a zero alcohol limit.
    • E-scooters may not be ridden side by side.
    • It is not permitted to carry people or objects on the footboard.

    
    

  • Where in Wolfsburg is it allowed to drive and park?

    • In Wolfsburg, it is permitted to ride on bike paths or bike lanes, analogous to the nationwide regulation. If these are not available, the roadway may be used.
    • E-scooters may be parked in such a way that road users are not obstructed or endangered. The possibility of the e-scooter tipping over must also be taken into account. When parking at the edge of the sidewalk, a usable sidewalk width of at least 1.60 meters must be kept clear.

  • Where in Wolfsburg is it not allowed to drive and park?

    • Bicycles are not allowed in pedestrian zones and on sidewalks. Bicycles are allowed to ride on them in case of a special designation (additional sign "Cyclists free") and if necessary within the designated times. This does not apply to e-scooters. Here, a separate release (additional sign "Elektrokleinstfahrzeuge frei", see pictogram) must be made.
    • It is not permitted to drive or park in green areas (gardens, forests, parks, shore areas, roadside green areas, ...), with the exception of designated cycle paths.
    • It is not allowed to ride or park in schoolyards and playgrounds.
    • Parking is not permitted at public bicycle parking facilities (for example, bicycle racks).
    • Accesses, entrances, exits and elevators to bus stops as well as shunting areas for public transport must be kept clear.
    • Walking areas, especially with regard to accessibility for wheelchair users (lowered curbs, wheelchair ramps) and also guidance systems for blind and visually impaired people, must be kept clear.
    • Crossing points (e.g. sidewalk extensions, median islands, set-up areas at traffic lights and crosswalks), access roads to properties (especially for the fire department, emergency services, police, areas for vehicles for waste disposal / street cleaning / winter services) and public parking spaces must be kept clear.

  • What applies to e-scooter rentals in Wolfsburg?

    In principle, the operation of an electric scooter rental system by the city is not subject to approval. The regulations of the Ordinance for Small Electric Vehicles (eKFV) apply nationwide. However, initial experience from other cities shows that there can be conflicts when using rental systems, both in terms of the space required for parking and with other participants in moving traffic.
    
    As the city of Wolfsburg would like to avoid conflicts in the operation of small electric vehicles as far as possible in advance, the city has formulated a voluntary commitment for providers of e-scooter rental systems. This is intended in particular to ensure road safety and an orderly cityscape, a good public image of the providers and a high level of acceptance of the service in Wolfsburg.
    
    Voluntary commitment between the city and the respective providers
    
    The rental companies define a business area and certain no-parking zones in agreement with the city and within the framework of the aforementioned regulations. These can be viewed in the provider's terms and conditions or in the respective app. The providers are responsible for operational implementation and compliance with the rules. Therefore, information about problems in operational processes, for example if parked scooters are obstructing other road users, should be addressed to the providers first.
    
    Contact to the rental companies
    
    DOTT
    Phone: 030 56838651
    E-mail to DOTT

    LIME
    Phone: 069 77044733
    E-mail to LIME

    BOLT
    Phone: 030 568373989
    E-mail to BOLT

  • Are e-scooters allowed on public transport?

    In the buses of Wolfsburger Verkehrs GmbH (WVG) as well as in the entire area of the Verkehrsverbund Region Braunschweig (VRB), e-trekking scooters may be taken along according to the current status, if they are folded up and do not obstruct other passengers or the operation of the vehicle. They are then considered luggage and can travel free of charge. Rental scooters are currently not foldable and therefore may not be taken along. If scooters exceed certain dimensions (length over 1.15 meters, weight over 15 kilograms, wheel size over 9 inches), the regulations for bicycle transport apply and a bicycle ticket must be purchased for 2.50 euros.

• Charging infrastructure for electric cars

  The city of Wolfsburg is committed to providing a framework and funding for the expansion of charging infrastructure for electric vehicles. Investors who would like to invest in charging infrastructure in public spaces will soon find information on the application process here.

  The development of the charging infrastructure in Wolfsburg at a glance

  • Table on the development of charging points by charging capacity and year of commissioning
• Electric buses for Wolfsburg

  Electric buses for Wolfsburg

  WVG expands its electric bus fleet

  Wolfsburger Verkehrs-GmbH (WVG) is driving forward the transport transition and sending a strong signal for environmental and climate protection. On August 20, 2025, twelve ultra-modern MAN Lion's City 18 E models from technology partner MAN Truck & Bus SE were handed over at WVG's premises in Borsigstraße.

  The new electric buses have eight powerful battery packs on the roof, enabling daily use on the Wolfsburg route network without intermediate charging. Each vehicle offers space for 120 passengers: 55 seats and 65 standing places as well as two special use areas, for example for wheelchairs and baby carriages.

  In addition to the environmentally friendly drive technology, the buses boast state-of-the-art safety and comfort features. The buses are equipped with reversing cameras and tire pressure monitoring for greater safety during operation. In addition, radar sensors warn the driver visually on the A-pillar and optically when other road users are in the so-called 'blind spot'. The blind spot assistant also provides support when turning and changing lanes. A state-of-the-art collision warning system detects vehicles in front, obstacles, cyclists or pedestrians and warns the driver visually and acoustically. An additional large destination display at the rear of the vehicle allows passengers to quickly identify the route number and destination.
  

• Cycle highway for bicycles and pedelecs

  Cycle highway for bicycles and pedelecs

  The Greater Braunschweig Regional Association, the cities of Braunschweig and Wolfsburg, the municipality of Lehre and the district of Helmstedt are working on a high-speed cycle path between Braunschweig and Wolfsburg. The complex funding for the approximately 27 km long cycle path has now been secured. This means that the extensive planning can finally get underway.

  The funding covers both the planning and construction of the cycle highway and is made up of various funding programs and statutory funding for cycling. The funding rates are between 75 and 90 percent. The regional association is in charge of the planning.

  The regional association has already carried out extensive feasibility studies. The results are very valuable for the course of the project and the planning that is now beginning. Questions regarding possible routes and nature and environmental protection have already been examined. These findings will be taken up again and examined in greater depth in the course of the planning that is now beginning.

  Once planning is complete, the next step is implementation. The individual municipalities and municipal funding applicants are responsible for this.

  The route should be fully accessible in the early 2030s. Some sections should be ready by 2030.

  Background information:

  Cycle highways are a contribution to the transport transition and climate protection. They reduce travel times by bike or pedelec to less than or equal to those by car. To this end, the high-speed cycle connections are built in such a way that time lost by stopping at traffic junctions, slow journeys due to insufficient road widths, poor road surfaces and gradients are avoided.

  Further information can be found on the website of the regional association:

  • BS-WOB cycle highway
• #WolfsburgDigital - Shaping the future, rethinking mobility

  #WolfsburgDigital - Shaping the future, rethinking mobility

  Wolfsburg stands for the transformation of mobility like almost no other city. With the #WolfsburgDigital initiative founded in December 2016, the city of Wolfsburg and Volkswagen AG are joining forces to actively shape this change. The aim is to make targeted use of digital innovations to promote quality of life, sustainability and economic strength in equal measure.

  One focus is on electromobility - a key topic for the transformation of transport, energy and infrastructure. Wolfsburg is to remain a leading "e-mobility hotspot" in the coming years. In doing so, #WolfsburgDigital supports the municipal goals of consistently driving forward the expansion of electromobility - by promoting a comprehensive charging infrastructure, sustainable energy concepts and digital mobility services. This will actively shape the transition to climate-friendly, intelligently networked mobility in Wolfsburg. #WolfsburgDigital sees itself as a platform that connects people, companies, administration and science and shares knowledge. It promotes pilot projects, creates exchange formats and opens up new ways to harness the opportunities of digital technologies for the city and region.

  • #WolfsburgDigital