They are the latest urban sensation. Shared e-scooters and e-bikes have sprung up in cities around the world. While some have embraced them as a transport option, others have railed against them on safety grounds.
But a study from Atlanta, USA published in Nature Energy suggests e-scooters and e-bikes may help reduce traffic congestion, especially after major events.
Shared micromobility rides such as e-scooters and e-bikes are expected to become a US$300 billion market globally by 2030. The availability of these zippy little transports is expected to displace some trips made in traditional cars or motorbikes and contribute to the electrification of the global transport fleet. Particularly for ‘last mile’ trips, micromobility rides may fundamentally change urban transport.
