If you go outside in most major cities around the world, it won’t take you long before you encounter an electric powered bike or scooter. Five years ago these vehicles didn’t exist but how common they are now is amazing. Even more amazing, are the major players are just new as well: Lime was founded in 2017, Voi in 2018, Dott in 2019. Bolt is an exception, being founded in 2013 but only started with eScooters in 2018. If you go outside in most major cities around the world, it won’t take you long before you encounter an electric powered bike or scooter. Five years ago these vehicles didn’t exist but how common they are now is amazing. Even more amazing, are the major players are just new as well: Lime was founded in 2017, Voi in 2018, Dott in 2019. Bolt is an exception, being founded in 2013 but only started with eScooters in 2018.
I chose these vehicles as they are used by the general public. They serve a real need and create a sense of fun often missing in other modes. I live in the centre of Birmingham, England and I’ve seen the joy of people trying e-scooters for the first time. E-bikes are great too and provide a real alternative for medium distance commuting and for those who struggle with a conventional bike, such as the elderly or those who need to transport goods using a cargo bike.