Rideable suitcases are causing problems in Japan. They have a top speed of 13 kph. People are riding them around airports and train stations. Japan says the suitcases are motorized vehicles. This means riders need a helmet, a driver's license, and insurance. The suitcases must have a mirror and indicator lights.
Rideable suitcases are now popular with celebrities. K-pop stars have posted online videos of themselves riding their luggage. Companies have rules for the suitcases. British Airways said they must have removable batteries. A transport expert said strange new types of transport will continue to come out.
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Sources- https://english.kyodonews.net/news/2024/07/17bb6dc8b49c-japan-puts-the-brakes-on-electric-suitcases-amid-tourism-boom.html
- https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/jul/29/japan-rideable-luggage-suitcases-ban-crack-down-tourism
- https://www.msn.com/en-sg/news/other/motorised-suitcases-banned-from-airports-in-japan-after-crashes/ar-BB1qOVnL
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