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E-scooters an e-bikes operated by micromobility brand Tier are now included in Google Maps in more than 200 cities.  This collaboration between Berlin-based Tier and Google means that consumers can now incorporate micromobility options when planning their routes through the mapping feature.  Google Maps will also include additional information like …

British e-mobility brand Mycle has partnered with environmental organisation Ecologi to plant a tree for every order placed. Mycle is a green-inspired e-bike builder, which offers a range of e-bikes from folding bikes through to off-road and fat tyre models.  As part of its partnership with Ecologi, an environmental group …

Share e-bike innovator HumanForest has expanded further into South West London, launching in Sutton and Kingston.  HumanForest utilises a unique pricing model, serving users with ads to keep costs lower, while also offering 10 minutes free per day, with the opportunity to earn more riding minutes through the Treecoin loyalty …

Kent County Council has announced that the Canterbury electric scooter trial is to finish at the end of November. The council launched the trial of rental e-scooters in Canterbury with operator Bird on 2nd November 2020. The project aimed to bring affordable, environmentally friendly e-scooters to the city as part …

British e-bike brand Batribike is now live on the Citrus-Lime retail system, complete with battery and bike configurations.  Batribike, based in Lincoln and run by the Coulson family, offers a wide range of e-bikes, from step-through commuters to e-mountain bikes.  Sue Coulson, Batribike marketing manager, said: “Several of our dealers …

Transport for London will be expanding its micromobility offering from Monday, with the introduction of Santander e-bikes.  The 500 new docked e-bikes will be introduced from 12th September, with a flat rate for 30 minute rides, and a new monthly membership costing £20 a month for unlimited £60-minute rides.  Mayor …

French electric bike IoT brand Velco has partnered with automotive giant Valeo to help develop a new e-bike ecosystem.  Valeo, a supplier of automotive tech products to the motor industry based in Paris, is deploying an electric assistance system under the brand name Valeo Cyclee, offering a seven-speed automatic and …

Micromobility brand Tier has appointed two new seniors members, as the German-based company looks to become a profitable organisation.  Markus Windisch joins Tier as chief business officer, following seven years at food delivery service HelloFresh, most recently leading operations as international chief operating officer.  Trecilla Lobo will be joining Tier …

Shared electric scooter and bike company Lime has launched ‘Lime Parking Wardens’ across central London, rewarding its e-scooter and e-bike riders that parked responsibly with a free ride. The Parking Wardens have been stationed near busy e-scooter bays, including Covent Garden and Soho, and congratulated riders that parked respectfully with …

Volt has launched the 2022 generation of its Regent and Connect electric bikes. The 2022 Volt Regent is the “epitome of a classic step-through e-bike”, said the e-bike brand. It features upgraded suspension, improved brakes, and a standard battery that powers riders over 70 miles on a single charge. Moving …