The London Borough of Wandsworth has announced a new active travel initiative that sees the Council working with Lime, Forest and Voi to support e-bikes and e-scooters as a sustainable mode of travel.
In the 12 months from May 2024 to May 2025, there were 6.8 million trips made by rented e-bike in Wandsworth.
Cabinet Member for Transport, Jenny Yates said:
“e-bikes are here to stay as a key part of Wandsworth’s transport network. We are committed to sustainable travel but it must be done responsibly, so we have worked with Lime, Forest and Voi to make sure e-bikes and scooters work for Wandsworth.”
To curb inconsiderate parking, Wandsworth has installed 170 dedicated on-street parking bays for e-bikes and scooters and created strict no-parking zones in town centres. The Lime and Voi e-scooters follow strict safety standards, including speed caps, permanently-on lights, and licence checks for e-scooter riders. The Council has also said that it will soon be taking tougher action to remove badly parked rental e-bikes or e-scooters obstructing the pavement.
“This deal is a win-win,” said Council Leader Simon Hogg. “It’s about opening up affordable, sustainable travel that helps our residents to access work and entertainment opportunities across the borough. We’re proud that Lime, Forest and Voi have agreed to join Access for All and to operate respectfully and safely. We are making sure that no one is priced out of healthy and sustainable travel.”
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