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Lime Launches in Waterloo Region, Replacing Neuron
Lime began rolling out its e-bikes and e-scooters across Waterloo Region, Ontario on Monday, September 29, following its July acquisition of Neuron Mobility's Canadian operations. The new fleet, Gen 4.1 e-scooters and Gen 4 e-bikes, has deployed in similar locations to Neuron's previous vehicles, with up to 500 devices available across Cambridge, Kitchener, and Waterloo. Riders can unlock vehicles via the Lime app or by scanning the on-device QR code. Lime Canada's Rachel Rappaport said the company is focused on a smooth transition and building a long-term partnership with the three cities; the season runs through October 31. Urban Sharing Joins Micromobility America 2026
Urban Sharing is joining Micromobility America 2026 in San Francisco, bringing its fleet management technology and data-driven approach to the shared mobility industry. Its platform helps cities and operators manage micromobility fleets, integrating vehicle IoT with software, consultancy and operational solutions to improve fleet performance, vehicle availability and efficiency. 🗓️November 11–12, 2026 |📍Palace of Fine Arts, San Francisco | 🔍Booth C13 The UK's Modded E-Bike Problem, By the Numbers
In the UK, e-bikes legally cap out at 250W and 15.5 mph assistance, modding kits push them past that limit, turning them into unregistered, uninsured mopeds. UK e-bike fires hit 432 in 2025, up 38% from 2024 and over 5x the 2021 total, while modded-bike seizures rose 83% to 7,049 in the year to May 2026, with London police linking them to a disproportionate share of phone thefts and robberies. Police "stop sites" have had limited, labor-intensive success. The Liberal Democrats' Oliver Glover has proposed a policy response: banning the sale/import of conversion kits, closing the "off-road use" loophole they're sold under, empowering police to confiscate modded bikes, holding delivery platforms liable for verifying rider vehicles, replacing time-based delivery incentives with per-delivery pay, and expanding cycle lane infrastructure. NYC Upgrades Brooklyn Bridge Bike Access
NYC DOT has begun work on a major cycling upgrade connecting Boerum Hill with the Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO, replacing a frequently blocked bike lane on Adams Street and Boerum Place with a two-way protected bike path. The project will eventually span just over one mile from Bergen Street to Front Street, with the first section between Atlantic Avenue and Tillary Street being implemented in 2026 and the Bergen-to-Atlantic section planned for 2027. Additional upgrades in DUMBO include a protected bike lane on Adams Street between Sands and York streets and an improved bike lane on Sands Street between Jay Street and Adams Street. The changes come as cycling demand continues to rise, with an average of 5,625 cyclists now crossing the Brooklyn Bridge each day, up 112% from 2021, when the city opened its dedicated bike-only path, while more than 30k cyclists use the East River bridges daily. The project is part of NYC’s annual Biketober program, which also includes free helmet and bike-light giveaways, safety education and learn-to-ride sessions across the five boroughs. Welcome to the Family: New Ways of Bringing Micromobility Into Public Transport
At Micromobility Europe 2026, Karen Vancluysen, Secretary General at POLIS, moderated a City Stage panel with Lukas Foljanty, Senior Product Manager MaaS at DB Regio, Marco Zahn, Head of Public Policy & Business Development at Dott, and Brock Rogers, Micromobility Manager at Solent Transport, discussing how micromobility can be integrated into public transport's family of services to solve the first- and last-mile challenge, from app integration and mobility hubs to partnerships and public support.
Whoosh Doubles Down on Brazil
Whoosh plans to double its Brazilian e-scooter fleet from 10k to 20k vehicles by the end of 2026, expanding in its existing markets while pursuing new regional opportunities. Since entering Brazil in 2023 with 1.3k scooters in Florianópolis, the operator has expanded to five cities and invested around R$340m in the country. The company says demand is increasingly shifting from leisure trips toward daily first- and last-mile commuting, supported by more structured local regulations following Contran Resolution No. 996. As the fleet grows, Whoosh will continue working with cities on parking, operating areas and speed limits, while its IoT and geolocation systems enable real-time monitoring and automatic speed controls. Dedicated 24/7 teams will handle charging, maintenance, rebalancing and street operations to keep the larger fleet aligned with local demand. Bird joins Micromobility America 2026
Bird is joining Micromobility America 2026 in San Francisco, bringing one of the best-known names in US shared micromobility to the event. Bird’s parent company, Third Lane Mobility, raised $20m in January 2026 to support fleet expansion, with around 35k additional vehicles planned across markets including San Francisco, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Austin, Tel Aviv and Rome. Bird Canada also recorded its highest-ever annual ridership in 2025, while the company continues to expand its fleet with newer scooters and e-bikes. DAHON Builds a Folding Bike for Bigger Riders
DAHON, California origin manufacturer of folding bicycles, has introduced the Mariner XL, a folding bike designed specifically for taller and heavier riders, with a 330-lb (150-kg) weight capacity and an adjustable setup for riders up to 6’9” (206 cm). It uses 22-inch wheels, a reinforced aviation-grade aluminum frame, DAHON’s DELTECH and Super Down Tube technologies, and an extended adjustable stem and seatpost; the frame, fork and seatpost are tested to withstand loads 50% higher than standard city-bike requirements. The bike weighs a claimed 31.6 lb, folds to 33.4 × 29.5 × 15 inches, and comes with an 8-speed Shimano drivetrain and Tektro hydraulic disc brakes. Priced at $1,299, the Mariner XL is available now. Gazelle Makes Its Premium E-Bikes More Accessible
Gazelle has expanded its Ultimate range with three new Class 1 e-bikes, the Ultimate T10, C5 and C380, bringing its premium platform down to a starting price of $3,499 in North America. All three use the redesigned Ultimate frame, Bosch Smart System, a 540Wh integrated battery and comfort-focused features including wider tires, a suspension seatpost and air-sprung fork. The T10 pairs a Shimano CUES 10-speed drivetrain with Bosch’s Active Line Plus motor and costs $3,499, while the $3,999 C5 adds a Gates belt drive and Shimano Nexus 5-speed hub, and the $4,499 C380 combines a belt drive with an Enviolo continuously variable transmission and Bosch Kiox navigation. All three are available through Gazelle dealers in the US and Canada.
5 Cheap vs. 5 Expensive E-Bike Locks, Ranked
A roundup of 10 Sold Secure Powered-rated e-bike locks, split into budget and premium tiers. Budget picks ($60–$94): OnGuard Bulldog DT Mini U-Lock, Kryptonite KryptoLok Standard U-Lock, OnGuard Mastiff Integrated Chain Lock, KryptoLok 990 Integrated Chain Lock, and Seatylock Foldylock Compact. Premium picks ($119–$360): Hiplok Original wearable chain, Abus Granit X-Plus 540, Hiplok D1000 (angle-grinder-resistant ceramic composite), Abus Granit Super Extreme 2500 (Diamond-rated, the highest tier), and the Kryptonite New York Diamond Standard. The piece concludes that spending more genuinely buys better material security up through the Diamond rating tier, rather than just branding. 5 vs 5 - Commuter Electric Bike Edition
Ride Review compares 10 commuter e-bikes across two price tiers, from five models under $1,500 to five above it, examining where higher prices translate into better performance and features. The budget group ranges from the $995 Ride1Up Portola 2 to the $1,495 Roadster V3, offering features such as hydraulic brakes, torque sensors, folding designs and cargo utility, while the premium group stretches from the $1,699 Velotric Breeze 1 to the $5,199 Gazelle Ultimate C380, adding mid-drive motors, belt drives, internal gearing and heavier-duty components. The comparison concludes that $1.8k–$2.5k is the sweet spot for most commuters, while spending above $2.5k increasingly buys refinement, integration, durability and long-term service rather than a major jump in raw performance. Got your micromobility moment to share? Email us at press@micromobility.io Loving the vibe? Hop on and ride with us! Subscribe! Invite your friends and earn rewards
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