In many cities, getting around no longer means opening the car door and looking for parking. More and more people are choosing lighter and more practical alternatives: electric scooters, connected bikes, or small city cars that fit almost anywhere.
This change didn't come out of nowhere. It reflects a new way of understanding mobility: more sustainable, personalized, and adapted to the rhythm of the city.
A silent transformation in the streets
The data confirms it. According to ANESDOR, more than 65,000 light electric vehicles were registered in Spain in 2024, a 23% increase compared to the previous year. The reason is simple: freedom of movement, lower fuel costs, and avoiding restrictions in low-emission zones.
But what's most striking is that many users are looking for more than just transportation. They want their mode of transport to reflect their style, just like their car or mobile phone. That's why the microvehicle market has evolved into a space where personalization and sustainability go hand in hand.
Design and technology that adapt to you
Urban tuning isn't about powerful engines or neon lights. Here, customization means tailoring the vehicle to the user's daily needs.
Spanish brands like Rayvolt and Silence offer models that can be configured via a mobile app: you can choose the color, the type of seat, or the intensity of the driving mode. In some cases, you can even adjust the sound of the electric motor or the ambient lighting.
Rayvolt, for example, uses artificial intelligence to adjust pedal assistance according to the terrain or the rider's style, and that is precisely what makes them special.
Connectivity: the mobile phone as part of the vehicle
Another clear trend is full integration with technology. Today's microvehicles allow you to control the battery, location, or route from an app , which makes daily use easier and improves safety.
In many cities like Seville, Madrid, and Zaragoza, sharing systems have grown so much that they are now part of everyday urban life. Platforms like Reby , Acciona Mobility , and Yego allow you to rent and park a scooter in a matter of seconds.
Behind that simple gesture lies a huge step forward: each journey generates data that helps improve vehicle efficiency and reduce their environmental impact. In other words, getting around the city is now an act of collaboration.
Urban workshops: where creativity meets mechanics.
The rise of microvehicles has also brought a new type of business: urban workshops specializing in light mobility.
In places like Poblenou (Barcelona) or Lavapiés (Madrid), we can already find workshops where electric scooters are repaired, 3D printed parts are manufactured, or custom accessories are installed.
It's not about transforming the vehicle for aesthetics, but about improving its functionality, making it more comfortable, and extending its lifespan. From reflective vinyl decals to interchangeable batteries or ergonomic adaptations, customization is understood here as a way of taking care of what you already have.
Mobility as part of lifestyle
For many, driving a microcar is a statement of intent. Not only for sustainability, but also for comfort, savings, and freedom.
These vehicles don't require much space, they can be charged at home, and they eliminate the stress of traffic. And the best part: each model can be customized to the owner's taste and needs.
A growing community has sprung up around them. Forums, social media, and local groups share maintenance tips, routes, and experiences. What was once an individual hobby has become a way to socialize and learn.
A future made of small wheels and big ideas
Spain is making steady progress towards cleaner and more connected mobility.
The MOVES III Plan and low-emission zones have boosted the use of these vehicles, but the real driving force behind the change lies with the users, who see them as a real alternative to the traditional car.
The mobility of the future will depend less on power and more on efficiency and intelligence . Small vehicles, easy to maintain and connected to everything: the city, mobile phones, and the environment.
Microvehicles are not a fad, but a practical response to current challenges.
They represent a new way of getting around: cleaner, cheaper and more humane.
Customizing a scooter or an electric bike is not an extravagance, it's adapting technology to your daily life.
The true future of urban mobility in Spain lies in that blend of sustainability, design, and connectivity.
