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Ontario Moves to Remove Toronto’s Protected Bike Lanes
Ontario will begin removing 1.2 km of protected bike lanes on Bloor Street West in Etobicoke on October 13, replacing them with an extra car lane in each direction. The move follows an August court ruling that overturned a decision blocking the province’s plan to remove lanes on Bloor, Yonge and University. Toronto data show cycling traffic near Royal York Road rose from 250 riders daily in June 2023 to 620 in October 2024, while cyclist injury crashes fell on an established section of Bloor after protected lanes were installed. The province says removal will ease congestion, but cycling advocates warn of increased collision risks and question the traffic benefits. Lime Invests Nearly £1M in London E-Bike Parking
Lime has awarded nearly £1m to nine London boroughs to create or upgrade almost 600 shared e-bike parking bays, tackling overcrowding and pavement clutter as demand grows. The funded areas include Greenwich, Lambeth and Hackney, and the bays will be available to all rental e-bike operators. Lime has also opened a further £1m funding round for boroughs to apply for until October 22. The investment comes as London records around 1.5m cycling journeys daily, with roughly one in ten made on a shared e-bike. How Divvy Serves Up Reliability and Flexibility at Scale
Chicago’s Divvy bikeshare system added 146 stations and 3,661 docks since early 2025, while rides increased 14% YoY between January-August 2025 and the same period in 2026. The system recorded a record 1m rides in both July and August, as e-bike and scooter trips grew more than 20% in 2025. Divvy combines bikes and scooters for different journey types, using flexible parking and targeted station expansion to improve access across underserved neighborhoods. With more than 200 new or upgraded stations planned, the system is using local demand data to guide expansion while maintaining a station-based network. How to Actually Get Insured in Micromobility: The Industry’s Biggest Challenges - Micromobility Europe 2026
At Micromobility Europe 2026, the panel “How to Actually Get Insured in Micromobility: Challenges and Strategies,” moderated by Tom Nutley, CRO at Urban Sharing, brought together Brandon Schuh of Christensen Group, Hedi Mardisoo of Cachet, Damian Young of ZEUS Mobility and Yuri Narozniak of Datafolio. The discussion explored why insurance needs to be more than an operating expense, becoming an integral part of risk management through closer collaboration between operators, insurers, brokers and cities.
Data Is the Lifeblood of Micromobility: Emerging Data Use Cases
At Micromobility Europe 2026, the City Stage panel “Data is the Lifeblood of Micromobility: Emerging Micromobility Data Use Cases,” moderated by Johan Høgsen-Hallesby, Co-founder of Beta Mobility, brought together Britta Dürscheid of Google Maps, Gemma Schepers of the City of Amsterdam, Kenneth Wiik of Entur and Kjell Fastré of Cowboy. The discussion explored how data is evolving beyond operational insights to help cities, technology platforms and mobility companies collaborate on infrastructure, road safety and more seamless journeys. Chicago Delays Divvy Expansion Vote
Lime is urging Chicago to reconsider a proposed five-year extension of Lyft-operated Divvy, arguing that expanded coverage and tighter parking rules could give Divvy an unfair advantage and force Lime out of the city. The plan would extend the contract through January 2033, add thousands of bikes and scooters, expand Divvy’s core service area and introduce 50% discounts on rides in the South and West sides. Lime has also called for greater pricing transparency and a review of low-income discounts, saying Divvy’s prices are higher than its own. The City Council committee deferred its vote on October 9, leaving the proposal awaiting further consideration. Lime recorded 6.1m rides in Chicago last year, compared with 6.8m on Divvy bikes and scooters. When Is an E-Bike Not an E-Bike?
As high-powered e-motos increasingly blur the line between e-bikes and motorcycles, US states are tightening definitions and regulations. California, Washington and Illinois are targeting vehicles that exceed e-bike limits or can be easily modified, while New Jersey has introduced licensing and registration requirements for all e-bikes. New York is considering stricter sales restrictions, raising questions about enforcement and the future of the widely used three-class e-bike system. Bird Canada Brings New E-Bikes to Edmonton
Bird Canada plans to introduce its new Explorer e-bikes in Edmonton by 2027, featuring a lighter frame, smaller tires and the potential for higher speeds, with top speeds limited to comply with local rules. The rollout comes as Alberta considers changes to its Traffic Safety Act that could give municipalities more authority over privately owned e-scooters and other personal micromobility devices. While shared fleets can use speed limits and geofencing to support compliance, privately owned devices pose greater enforcement challenges, raising questions about how new regulations could affect micromobility use across the province.
Redwood Bikeshare Gets $2.4M for Three-Year Extension
Redwood Bikeshare, which connects Sonoma and Marin counties with regional transit, has secured more than $2m in funding to extend its e-bike sharing pilot for three years and support expansion. Launched in 2024 with 300 pedal-assist e-bikes across 60 hubs along the SMART rail corridor, the program recorded 28k trips from 4.9k riders through August 2026. While supporters say it improves first- and last-mile connections, some Southern Marin officials raised concerns that the funding concentrates service around the existing corridor, leaving communities such as Sausalito and Tiburon without access. A separate $1m state allocation could help support expansion, though its use has yet to be determined. Amped Launches Two Electric Dirt Bikes for Young Riders
Amped has introduced its new A-MX electric dirt bikes in two sizes, designed to give younger riders a motocross-style experience with adjustable performance as their skills develop. Both models feature five speed modes, adjustable suspension, hydraulic brakes and a parental control that can lock the lowest speed setting. The A-MX 10″ has an 800W motor, 1.9kW peak power and a top speed of 21.7 mph, priced at £949; the A-MX 12″ upgrades to a 1kW motor, 2.2kW peak power and a top speed of 27.9 mph, priced at £999. UK stock is expected in November, with pre-orders open through Amped dealers. Beyond More Micromobility: The Next Phase of Micromobility Adoption
At Micromobility Europe 2026, Darius Scurtu and Kathrin Kiefer from McKinsey & Company presented their view of the next phase of micromobility adoption. The emphasized on how micromobility has already moved beyond the early growth phase, and that the next challenge is no longer proving that people will use bikes, e-bikes and scooters, but making those modes more affordable, safer, more reliable and better integrated into everyday transport.
5 vs 5 - Cargo Electric Bikes Edition
Ride Review compares 10 cargo e-bikes across budget and premium categories, from the $1,799 Lectric XPedition 2 to the $8,999 Urban Arrow Family Next Pro. The comparison weighs price against range, motor performance and carrying capacity, concluding that around $2.5k is the sweet spot for value unless buyers need specialised features such as high payload capacity, automatic shifting or a belt drive. 5 Cheap vs 5 Expensive Electric Bike Helmets
Ride Review compares 10 e-bike helmets priced from $29.99 to $400, examining how costs translate into safety certifications, rotational-impact protection, ventilation and smart features such as brake lights and turn signals. Its takeaway: around $100-$130 can secure key safety features, including MIPS and high-speed e-bike certification, while pricier helmets mainly add convenience, electronics and specialised full-face protection. Got your micromobility moment to share? Email us at press@micromobility.io Loving the vibe? Hop on and ride with us! Subscribe! You're currently a free subscriber to The Micromobility Newsletter. For the full experience, upgrade your subscription.
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