Why Scoot
Scoot saves you:
Planning how to get to and from an event
Drive in, Park up and Book Scoot!. Planning done.
Money on a two way taxi
Scoot is generally the cost of one and a half taxis or less.
Being the designated driver
Everyone can enjoy the occasion, no arguments.
Time retrieving the car the next morning.
And no risk of a parking ticket with the car in the drive.
Risking losing your license.
Why risk it when even one or two can put you over the limit?
Why Risk it?
How many units can I drink before driving?
The legal drink drive limit cannot be safely converted into units, as it depends on a number of factors including weight, age, gender and recent food consumption.
What is the UK drink driving limit?
35 micrograms of alcohol per 100 ml of breath.
80 milligrams of alcohol per 100 ml of blood.
107 milligrams of alcohol per 100 ml of urine.
How long before I am sober enough to drive.
Depending on how much you had to drink, you could still be over the limit the 'morning after'. Sleep, coffee and cold showers do not help sober you up.
There are no excuses
Alcohol effects everybody's driving for the worse. It creates a feeling of over confidence, makes judging distance and speed more difficult and slows your reactions so it takes longer to brake.
It's not worth the risk
In 2010, 250 people died due to drink driving. By drinking and driving, you risk your life and those of your passengers and others on the road.
You risk a fine of up to £5,000, a minimum 12-month driving ban and a criminal record.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I just call up when I'm ready to go home?
While Scoot can often respond within half an hour, on busier nights on the spot calls may result in a wait of more than an hour. It is always best to call at least 2 or 3 hours in advance, particularly for prime time weekend slots.
- Are you insured to drive my car?
Yes, Scoot drivers are fully insured to drive any vehicle
- How does the insurance work?
Scoots fully comprehensive insurance takes over as soon as our driver gets behind the wheel. Scoot drivers are insured to drive any vehicle they have permission to drive up to a value of £50,000.
- What's the best car you've ever driven?
Yours
Some drivers are students but as our drivers have to be over 25 years old, most have finished studying and work for Scoot to supplement other incomes.
Scoot drivers come from a variety of work and study backgrounds.
- Are all the drivers as good looking as you?
Probably not but they’re all safe, experienced drivers with clean licenses who have been vetted and tested for your safety.
- Will the bike fit in my boot?
The bikes are designed to store in almost any boot. It fits in any small hatchback with an empty boot. It fits in a new mini with one of the back seats folded down. The only cars we can't get into are mainly 2 seater sports cars.
- I've got a 2 seater sports car. Can you help me get it home?
Yes. For an additional fee we can get another driver and car to follow.
Scoot provides chauffeurs (rider-drivers) to drive clients home in their own car. As a self-employed driver you will get to your clients on a 50cc folding moped (monkey bike) and then drive home in their car (with the moped sealed in the boot).
We are currently looking for new crew members to join our team of chauffeurs, who are careful, experienced drivers with a good/reasonable knowledge of Edinburgh. They need to be motivated, reliable, friendly and looking for self-employed flexible short hours work and especially on weekend evenings. This work is perfect if you like cars and bikes, working outdoors, are sociable and like doing something different. You must be 25+, have a full car driving licence valid in the UK, be an experienced car driver with some bike experience. Typically, our chauffeurs are freelancers (electricians, temps, self/employed, musicians). They enjoy outdoor work, driving a wide range of cars and meeting lots of different people. A typical night at Scoot involves starting work at 9-10pm and finishing at 2-3am, you can earn around £30-£40 per night, with additional excellent tip opportunities.
To apply, please call Ranjit on 0131 656 6666, please leave a message before 5 pm and we will get back to you or phone after 5pm to speak to someone.
