MMA26 Day 1 Is a Wrap: Launches, Test Tracks and a Ride to Lime HQNYC Cracks Down on Illegal E-Bikes and Unsafe Batteries, Met Police Calls Out E-Bike Operators Over Parking, Yamaha’s ENYRING Tests eBike Battery Swapping in Berlin, and more...
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Highlights from Micromobility America 2026 Day 1
Day 1 of Micromobility America 2026 brought the industry together at San Francisco’s Palace of Fine Arts for a packed programme of conversations, product launches and networking. Some of the highlights were keynote sessions featuring Alicia John-Baptiste, Chief of Infrastructure, Climate, and Mobility at the City and County of San Francisco, who presented “Managing Mobility in a Changing San Francisco”, a city-level perspective on the evolving mobility landscape. Next-Machina launched its Dragonfly, an all-wheel-drive electric vehicle built for the space between a bike and a car. 
This was followed by fireside chats with Chris Yu, President and Co-Founder of ALSO, discussing the company’s growth, funding, and partnerships, and Michael Frumin, Head of Lyft Urban Solutions, reflecting on the company’s growth and the evolving shared mobility landscape. The Shared Micromobility Execs Roundtable brought Candice Xie is co-founder and CEO of Veo and Dipesh Dar is co-founder and COO of Drop Mobility as they sat down for a candid discussion about growth, profitability, regulation, fleet economics, competition and what the next phase of the industry looks like. 
The Test Track came to life, giving attendees the opportunity to experience vehicles from Minimal, Next-Machina, Mizer Motor Works, Xion Motors and Onewheel firsthand. The day wrapped up with a group ride from the Palace of Fine Arts to Lime HQ, which hosted the official Micromobility America 2026 afterparty. Attendees continued the conversations, made new connections, and celebrated the industry over an evening of drinks, music, and networking. What’s Coming Up?Keynote from Harrison Shih, Head of DoorDash Air
The New Last Mile: Drone Delivery will feature a keynote by Harrison Shih, Head of DoorDash Air at DoorDash, exploring the future of autonomous drone deliveries. The session will offer a closer look at DoorDash Air’s purpose-built aircraft and end-to-end delivery system, bringing together robotics, autonomy and delivery orchestration. With pilot deliveries planned across Northern California, the keynote will examine how drone technology could transform last-mile delivery. Five Startups Take the Stage at Micromobility America 2026’s Startup Arena
The Startup Arena at Micromobility America 2026 will spotlight five emerging companies pitching their ideas, products and technologies shaping the future of micromobility. This year’s participants are velo.ai, GLYDZ, Bike Fácil, Mahalo and Skyhook Solar, each bringing a different innovation to the industry, from AI-powered safety and wearable electric mobility to smart infrastructure and solar charging solutions. Catch all five startups pitching on November 12 at 9:10 AM on the Ride Stage, as they compete for the Gold, Silver and Bronze Startup Awards, announced at 2:40 PM. City CallThe City of Omaha is officially seeking proposals from qualified operators for our Electric Shared Scooter Program. We are looking for an innovative micromobility partner to help us provide safe, accessible, and sustainable transportation options across the city, reduce traffic congestion, and expand last-mile transit connectivity. Interested operators can review the full requirements, submit questions and submit a proposal through the procurement portal at https://douglascountypurchasing.ionwave.net/ Look for Solicitation ID: CI-2026-0137. Click Here for Full RFP Have a micromobility RFP or city update to share? Get in touch with us at hello@micromobility.io and reach 70k+ subscribers at no cost and connect with operators looking for their next opportunity.
What You Need to Know Today. . .Minimal’s New Bot to Takes on Urban Deliveries
Minimal has introduced Bot, a compact electric vehicle designed to handle urban deliveries without a driver. Its modular cargo compartment can carry food, groceries, medical supplies and parcels for multiple businesses on the same route, while its FleetOS platform is built to manage both autonomous and manually driven vehicles. Bot will begin on-road trials in Q2 2027, with customer pilots planned for Q4. The vehicle made its public debut at Micromobility America. The World Needs Dedicated E-Bike Lanes
As e-bikes, cargo bikes and other electric two-wheelers become more common, existing cycling infrastructure is struggling to accommodate the growing differences in vehicle speed and weight. The article makes the case for two-lane bikeways, with separate fast lanes for e-bikes and slower lanes for conventional cyclists. Drawing on Dutch road safety data and research from TU Dresden, it argues that separating traffic could reduce collisions, improve traffic flow and make urban cycling safer for everyone. BMZ Brings Its 940Wh E-Bike Battery to the U.S.
BMZ Battery Solutions Group showcased its POWER2RIDE RB-900 battery at Micromobility America on November 11, bringing 940Wh of capacity to the U.S. market in a 3.8kg pack. Designed for a range of e-bikes, from commuters and mountain bikes to cargo models, it can also be paired with a second battery to deliver nearly 2kWh of combined capacity.
NYC Cracks Down on Illegal E-Bikes and Unsafe Batteries
New York City has stepped up enforcement against illegal e-bikes, scooters and uncertified lithium-ion batteries following a rise in battery-related fires, including two recent deadly blazes. Since August, inspectors have visited more than 200 e-bike dealers, issued 85 cease-and-desist orders and shut down three businesses. Officials have also cited online retailers and identified dozens of violations involving unsafe devices and batteries, as the city looks to curb the sale of products linked to serious fire risks. Met Police Calls Out E-Bike Operators Over Parking
London’s Metropolitan Police has contacted Lime and other e-bike operators over poorly parked bikes and unsafe riding, saying they are creating problems for pedestrians and local communities. Deputy Commissioner Matt Jukes specifically criticised bikes left blocking pavements, while the wider government crackdown targets dockless operators including Lime, Forest and Bolt. The criticism comes as the UK plans to give councils greater powers to regulate hire schemes, including parking, rider behaviour and fines for drunk riding.
Yamaha’s ENYRING Tests eBike Battery Swapping in Berlin
ENYRING, the Yamaha Motor subsidiary focused on eBike battery swapping, has launched its first pilot in Berlin, which started with the first partners at the end of October and runs for up to three months. Partners get ENYRING eBikes, unlimited access to the swapping station network, and support from a service hub in Berlin Mitte, putting the full hardware, software and service stack to its first large-scale test across delivery fleets, employee mobility and bike rental. Seven of the 20 planned stations are already installed. The pilot will validate swap and station reliability, fleet uptime and rider experience ahead of commercial launch. Juiced Adds an Affordable E-Bike to Its Scrambler Lineup
Juiced Bikes has expanded its moto-style Scrambler range with the new Scrambler Core, starting at $1,399, around $300 less than the Scrambler Hardtail. The new model uses a 500W rear hub motor and a 520Wh battery, with a Long-Range version offering 780Wh and up to 60 miles of claimed range for $1,599. Juiced has also introduced a Midsize frame for shorter riders, including teenagers, while retaining its PIN-protected Speed Lock feature that lets parents set a motor-assisted speed limit.
The Heaviest E-Scooters That Are Anything But Flimsy
Ride Review looks at five heavier-duty electric scooters designed to handle larger loads, longer distances and tougher terrain. The lineup includes models from HiBoy, GoTrax, VMAX, Navee and Segway, priced from $1,350 to $2,699. With claimed ranges of up to 86 miles and load capacities reaching 330 lbs, these scooters offer a more robust alternative to lightweight last-mile models. 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 rewardsIf you enjoy The Micromobility Newsletter, share it with your friends and earn rewards when they subscribe.
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