Micromobility operator Bird is adding e-bikes to its existing fleet of e-scooters in Seattle.

Bird’s expansion into the e-bike market in Seattle aligns with the city’s progressive transport infrastructure and commitment to sustainable transportation. The fleet of e-bikes is expected to enhance the mobility options available to Seattle’s residents and visitors, allowing them to navigate the city more easily while reducing their carbon footprint. 

Bird is launching an initial fleet of 200 e-bikes and will increase in the coming months.

“We’re excited to introduce our state-of-the-art e-bikes to the dynamic city of Seattle,” said Stewert Lyons, president of Bird Global. “As part of our ongoing commitment to providing convenient, affordable, and eco-friendly transport, we’re confident that our e-bikes will become a beloved fixture within the city’s existing transportation ecosystem.”

Becky Edmonds, shared mobility programme manager at Seattle Department of Transportation, added: “After a year of partnering with Bird to provide access to e-scooters, we’re excited Bird is launching e-bikes in Seattle to provide even more access to climate friendly transportation. Transportation is the largest contributor to greenhouse gasses in Seattle and bike riding is one of the many options we are focused on as we work toward Seattle becoming carbon neutral by 2050.”

Bird’s e-bikes are equipped with electric assist technology that adapts to the rider’s natural pedalling style, offering a smooth and comfortable ride even over Seattle’s hilly terrain. The bikes, like Bird’s e-scooters, feature integrated GPS capabilities and can be locked and unlocked using the Bird mobile app.

Founded in 2017 by transportation pioneer Travis VanderZanden, Bird’s on-demand mobility options are available in more than 350 cities, primarily across the USA, Canada, Europe, Middle East and Australia. 

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