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Veer Cycle is geared up to disrupt the light EV drivetrain segment with the help of equity crowdfunding. Targeted at the light electric vehicle (LEV) segment, which includes e-bikes, e-scooters and e- motorcycles, Veer’s Split Belt Drive is intended to replace aftermarket metal chains and secure partnerships with LEV manufacturers. …

Voi has launched its first pilot with Captur, with the aim to improve accessibility and mobility. Thanks to Captur, residents of Oxford can report the location of any misplaced e-scooter and the issue by scanning the QR code located on the base of the Voi scooter and sending a photo. …

VOLT has unveiled the tenth-anniversary edition of the VOLT Pulse e-bike. As part of the new seamless design, the battery powering the bike has been integrated into the frame. VOLT’s latest design allows for the battery to be clipped in and out of the down tube, allowing easy removal for …

Southmead, Brislington, Emersons Green and Weston, Bath, are among the new areas where residents are now able to use rental e-scooters to access essential work and services. Following the successful launch of the West of England e-scooter trial, the trial area for the ‘hop-on hop-off’ e-scooters has expanded to include …

Voi has partnerned with MaaS service Trafi. Trafi is a software-as-a-service leader powering the ‘largest MaaS platform in the world’ and connecting multiple mobility services in one place, including public transportation. The partnership implies that Voi’s micro-vehicles will be available for booking in all apps powered by Trafi in Berlin, …

Thok E-Bikes has launched the new TK01 R. It features the same frame as the TK01 already in the Thok range, made in light 6061 aluminium alloy with T4 T6 heat treatment, with hydroformed parts, CNC machining and integrated cables. Its geometry follows the principles of the TCG Plus (Thok …

Lime scooters can now be rented in cities around the world without riders opening or downloading the Lime app, the company has announced. “We’re thrilled to announce that starting today Lime riders will be able to walk up to a scooter and start riding, regardless of whether they have our …

Voi is supporting the UK vaccination programme by offering discounted rides to and from the COVID-19 vaccination centres in all the cities and towns where the trials are present. To claim one of the £8 discounts, users need to have or download the Voi app (available for free in the …