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As Thursday 22nd September marks World Car Free Day, a host of micromobility brands have been launching initiatives and holding events to mark the occasion.  World Car Free day is an initiative established by pedestrian advocacy charity Living Streets to raise awareness about the negative impacts congestion and motor traffic …

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 …

Micromobility operator Neuron has launched a new initiative for university students, encouraging them to ride safely and be considerate of other road users.  Neuron has partnered with the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) to host events for first-year students at Northumbria and Sunderland Universities, to educate new riders …

While e-bikes present a revolution in urban transport, the cost may still be prohibitive for many potential riders. Myles Warwood investigates a lower-cost alternative – the conversion e-bike This piece first appeared in the September edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here The bike market is showing sudden …

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 …

While micromobility could be the answer to many environmental concerns, the industry must also address its own sustainability. Rebecca Bland explores how e-bike and e-scooter brands are looking in the mirror first

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 …