Delivery and rideshare giant Lyft recently deployed over 200 new e-bikes for rent on the streets of Oakland, California. The program, a partnership between Lyft, the City of Oakland, and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), will eventually include an additional 510 e-bikes and 19 new shared docking stations.
Even though the program just launched in April 2024, community response has been strong. During the first month, Lyft's e-bikes were ridden about 20 times each compared to just 10 times each for classic bikes. Many riders find e-bikes to be a sustainable means of transportation for commuting or running errands, and they're slowly transforming the delivery and rideshare industry.
Lyft's addition of new e-bikes in Oakland is just one part of an expansion program planned for the Bay Area. Lyft has partnered with Bay Wheels, the Bay Area's regional bikeshare program, to coordinate the e-bike implementation in Berkley, Emeryville, Oakland, San Jose, and San Francisco.
The Oakland launch is the second phase in Bay Wheels' e-bike growth strategy. The first phase occurred in fall 2023 when Lyft launched 1,500 additional e-bikes and 30 new e-bike docking stations in San Jose and San Francisco.
The USD 14 million deal will eventually see 2,700 new e-bikes added throughout the region. The next launch on the calendar includes 55 new e-bikes for Emeryville.
Lyft's e-bike model is easy to use and can be docked at any Bay Wheels station. It's designed for all heights and riding abilities, making it great for all community members.
Residents can use one of the bikes for a USD 3.99 unlock fee and a USD 0.30 per minute charge. Buying a day pass for USD 15 eliminates the unlock fee. Other options include a monthly pass for USD 29 or a yearly Bay Wheels pass for USD 150, both of which eliminate unlock fees and lower pricing to USD 0.15 per minute.
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