Publications dans Bike-sharing
Estonia’s micromobility success story

Estonia’s largest bike share scheme in the city of Tartu recently ranked 4th out of 148 cities in Europe for daily bike share trips. The city is averaging more than 20 trips per 1,000 residents a day. This is according to Cycling Industries Europe’s latest 2024 report, which considers trips relative to population to be the headline performance indicator for bike sharing. The scheme is powered by Qucit.

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Bike transformation in Poland: how is the country reinventing urban mobility in its cities?

In Poland, bike-sharing systems are experiencing unprecedented growth, transforming urban mobility practices. These systems, present in major metropolises such as Warsaw and in inter-municipal areas such as the Silesian Metropolis, are part of a global drive towards sustainable modes of transport. Driven by technological advances and growing ecological awareness, these solutions meet today's challenges of CO₂ emission reduction and urban decongestion.

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Bike shares in Spain: a revolution in urban mobility at full speed!

In Spain, the rise of self-service bicycles has established itself as an innovative and environmentally-friendly transport solution, suitable for both large conurbations and small towns. In recent years, these mobility systems have seen remarkable expansion, particularly in cities such as Madrid and Barcelona, but also in municipalities with fewer than 400,000 inhabitants, such as Valladolid, Gijón and Santander. This popularity is based on a combination of ecological motivations, technological advances and institutional support, making it possible to reduce car dependency while improving the quality of urban life.

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Estonia’s micromobility success story

Bordeaux-based Qucit Bike is a software tool dedicated to maximising the efficiency of shared micromobility operations. Qucit’s software powers micromobility systems of all sizes, covering more than 100,000 bikes in more than 30 cities worldwide. Boasting reputable partners like Smovengo, PBSC Urban Solutions and Bicycle Transit Systems, Qucit’s solution cuts rebalancing hours by 40% on average while increasing ridership for its clients by 20-50%.

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Is bike sharing synonymous with social inclusion in the USA?

With increasing urbanization, the challenges of urban mobility and equitable access to essential services such as health, employment and education are becoming crucial. These challenges require solutions to ensure that everyone has easy access to essential services. In the United States, where disparities are significant, micromobility can have a major impact on social inclusion.

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How is last-mile cycling becoming part of the US car culture? Part 1

The United States, the world's 4th largest country in terms of surface area and the world's 1st largest power, is a country with a long history of mobility. There has always been a need to innovate in terms of transport, in order to go further and faster.  So, in today's context of urgent climate change and increasing urban density, how can we make the last mile by bike part of American life?

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Two wheels, two continents: future prospects for bikeshare in North America and european comparisons

At a time when sustainability and the reduction of carbon emissions are at the heart of urban concerns, bike-share in the United States is transforming the transportation landscape. In 2023, more than 157 million bikes were used, demonstrating their growing integration into communities' sustainable mobility strategies. But what are the realities behind these promising figures? This article explores the current state, challenges and future of bike sharing in North America, offering a comparative analysis with Europe to outline the prospects for this rapidly expanding mode of transport.

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Pedaling towards parity: the importance of strengthening the presence of women in the Cycling Industry.

In the dynamic sector of micromobility in cycling, increasing female representation is crucial to overcoming systemic barriers and encouraging equity. It is vital to promote the integration and enhancement of women in leadership and development positions. Recent debates at the Velo City 2024 show, in particular the "Women in Cycling: Bring diversity to the bike sector" conference, have highlighted this issue, underlining the importance of diversifying viewpoints in the industry.

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20 million journeys! The e-bike boom and its challenges in North America. 

E-bikes are growing in popularity and use in major cities such as New York and Vancouver, and in smaller towns such as Omaha and Lincoln. In Vancouver, the introduction of e-bikes has helped to push the number of annual trips past the one million mark for the first time in 2023. In New York, almost half of the trips made with the Citi Bike system are made on e-bikes, which make up only 20% of the total fleet.

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Focus on Aspen!

Aspen, located in the mountains of Colorado, is famous for its stunning landscapes and commitment to environmental protection. It’s a popular destination for winter sports, but also for cycling, thanks to its extensive network of bike trails, including the remarkable 42 km Rio Grande Trail.

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