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Voi has launched the ‘world’s first’ large scale pilot of computer vision on e-scooters, installing AI technology that can detect when an e-scooter leaves the road and rides on a pavement, or when the vehicle is parked incorrectly. The operator is working with Irish micromobility startup Luna, whose technology offers …
Read More »Moovit partners with Tier to show users nearby e-scooters
Moovit has partnered with Tier to show users where Tier e-scooters are available nearby. With a shared vision to get more cars off the road, Moovit will show users where nearby Tier scooters are available in real-time in 77 cities across 13 countries, including Germany, France and the UK. Moovit, …
Read More »Blubrake presents second generation anti-lock braking system
Blubrake has presented the ABS G2, the second generation of its e-bike-specific anti-lock braking system. Compared to the first version, Blubrake ABS G2 features only one unit that includes both the hydraulic actuator and the electronic control unit, for a 65% and 48% reduction in size and weight respectively. The …
Read More »Tier teams up with Google Maps for easier access to e-scooters
Tier has teamed up with Google Maps to offer riders a new option when planning routes for the ‘first and last mile’ in 11 major European cities. Riders will be able to locate nearby Tier e-scooters directly from Google Maps, along with information like a cost estimate and anticipated arrival …
Read More »City of London, Lambeth and Southwark join London’s rental e-scooter trial
TfL and London Councils have expanded the capital’s trial of rental e-scooters. E-scooters are now available to rent in the City of London and northern parts of Lambeth. Southwark will also join the trial as a ride-through borough. The expansion will mean that the number of vehicles will increase from around 600 to …
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