And because they’re so easy and economical to ride, they might become your new favorite way to get from point A to point B. That could be a huge boon not just for scooter riders, but anyone else who’s frustrated by the increasing levels of traffic in our city caused by the proliferation of ride-sharing drivers such as Uber and Lyft. As the Tribune reported earlier this month, ride-sharing services promised to cut traffic congestion — but instead, they’ve ended up providing a large percentage of trips to and from congested areas near downtown. The most popular trip was a short one from the Loop to the Near North Side, and 1 in 5 trips occurred during rush hour.