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Latvian Ride Mobility Acquires Tuul Mobility

Latvia-based Ride Mobility has completed the acquisition of e-scooter rental company Tuul Mobility. Tuul's 2024 revenue dropped by 7% from €2.89m to €2.69m. The losses widened from €0.55m to €1.05m. Currently, Ride Mobility is present in 15 cities across 3 countries, Latvia, Lithuania & Estonia.

Bloomington Renews Bird’s License

Bloomington’s Board of Public Works has approved a one-year license renewal for Bird, making it the city’s sole shared e-scooter and e-bike operator after Lime and VeoRide exited the market. The agreement requires Bird to pay a $30k annual fee and 30 cents per ride to the city, which generated $22.6k from rides in 2024. Bird’s ridership has declined to less than 25% of 2019 levels, with 75.5k rides reported in 2024. Bird must deploy 700 vehicles, 35% of which must be e-bikes, though e-bikes currently make up only 8% of reported trips. The city has issued 359 parking citations, collecting $10.7k in fines. While geofenced parking corrals have helped reduce sidewalk clutter, complaints about improperly parked devices still persist.

Ampliuz Launches E-Bike Charging in Norway

Norwegian company Ampliuz is rolling out a public e-bike charging network, starting with installations in Stavanger, to support privately owned e-bikes. With over 100 charging stations already deployed for corporate clients in Norway, the company now aims to expand across Europe. The service is priced at €1 per charge. To fund its growth, Ampliuz plans to raise capital from both Norwegian and international investors, with pilot programs in the UK and Germany, expected in 2026. This initiative comes as part of wider European efforts to expand e-bike infrastructure, alongside innovations from companies such as Tiler and Powershelter.

Cowboy Reports Revenue Drop and Widening Losses

Brussels-based e-bike manufacturer Cowboy faced a challenging 2024, with revenue falling 36% to €21.7m and net losses widening to €25.9m. The company booked a €2.8m provision for a frame recall, with potential total costs estimated at €5.6m. Despite launching the Cowboy Cross and shifting its supply chain to France, Cowboy relied heavily on funding, raising €5.3m in 2024 and restructuring debt. With accumulated losses of €129.8m and negative equity of €43.2m. Without fresh funding, Cowboy risks running out of money and potentially filing for bankruptcy. A proposed deal with ReBirth Group aims to stabilize operations.

Standab Raises €3.6M, Plans Expansion in Europe

Stockholm-based Standab has raised €3.6m in a funding round led by Spintop Ventures and Almi Invest GreenTech to scale its universal charging infrastructure for e-scooters, e-bikes, and other light EVs. The company’s patented charging stations are compatible with over 85% of existing micromobility fleets and, in pilots, have shown a 50% reduction in charging costs, 45% higher fleet availability, and up to 55% fewer battery-swapping tasks. The new funding will support expansion into 15 European cities by the second half of 2026.

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Voi Achieves Major Emission Cuts

Voi Technology has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting a 77% reduction in emission intensity since 2019 and a commitment to achieve net zero emissions across its value chain by 2035. Key initiatives include extending vehicle lifespans to over 10 years, maintaining 98% battery circularity through refurbishment and recycling, and expanding its e-bike fleet to meet diverse urban mobility needs. The report also cites real-world impacts, such as integration with public transport in Oslo and successful long-term use of scooter models like the Voiager 3X, originally expected to last just 24 months. Voi operates 150k vehicles across 12 countries and has facilitated over 300m rides to date.

German Startup Launches Helmet-Free Three-Wheeler

German urban mobility firm XYTE Mobility GmbH has launched the XYTE One, a three-wheeled electric scooter designed to be operated without a helmet, using a standard European Class B (car) license. The vehicle features a protective safety cell, a 25 hp (19 kW) motor, and a 7.6-kWh battery offering up to 70 miles (112 km) of range. Practical features include a 72-liter storage trunk, reverse gear, and a 10-inch touchscreen with connectivity functions. It is initially available in cities including Munich, Barcelona, Paris, Rome, Milan, and Madrid.

Woom Bikes Reports Record H1 Growth

Austria-based Woom, a bike maker for kids and teens, posted its best-ever first half in 2025 with revenue up 41% to €90.1m. Sales passed €100m by July, three months earlier than in 2024, driven by strong US growth and solid gains in Northern Europe and the Benelux.

Bird Canada Launches New E-Scooter and E-Bike Fleet

Bird Canada has rolled out its next-generation shared e-scooter (Bird Dash) and e-bike (Bird Explorer) fleet in Calgary, the first Canadian city to receive these vehicles. Built for accessibility and safety, the new models feature improved stability, upgraded braking, enhanced lighting, and technology additions such as phone chargers and distance-based pricing.

Sarnia Launches Three-Year E-Bike Sharing Pilot

Sarnia, Ontario, has launched a three-year e-bike sharing pilot program operated by The Current Micromobility. The initiative features 35 pedal-assist Okai e-bikes (limited to 25 km/h) available at 11 locations, including parks, trails, and Lambton College sites. Since a soft launch on September 5, the program has recorded over 100 app registrations and more than 75 rides. City council approved the initiative earlier this year to expand sustainable mobility options.

Bikes and Scooters Step In as Tube Strikes Cripple London

While Tube strikes brought central London to a halt this week, shared micromobility operators stepped up as unsung heroes. Bike and scooter services saw a dramatic jump in usage, with Forest’s rides up 300% during one rush hour, Lime trips increasing by 50%, Bolt’s new e-bike service surging by over 600%, and Voi recording a 75% uptick in scooter rides. To meet demand, companies bolstered operations through more app downloads, better battery logistics, and increased staff. The shift could signal more than just a temporary fix, as it highlights a growing appetite among Londoners for flexible and sustainable transport alternatives.

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Voi Calls for UK E-Scooter Legislation Timeline

Voi has called on the UK government to establish a clear timeline for e-scooter legislation, following a five-year trial period. While the trials have been extended to May 2028, Voi emphasizes that this should be the final extension and that permanent laws are needed to provide certainty for operators, local councils, and riders. The company estimates its e-scooters have replaced 17m car trips in the UK and contributed £78m annually to local economies.

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