Lime launches first electric scooters in Canada
The following media release was issued by Lime:
WATERLOO, ON – Lime, the leading micro-mobility company, has officially launched its Lime-S e-scooters in Canada, in what is the first electric scooter share pilot program introduced in the country.
The first Lime-S e-scooters hit the pavement in Waterloo, Ontario this morning. The City of Waterloo, in collaboration with the University of Waterloo, identified a 6.5-kilometre route that connects Waterloo Park with the University’s main campus and continues into the David Johnston Research + Technology Park. The route connects major research, employment and recreation centers where riders can travel via Lime-S e-scooter.
“Over the past several months, we have spent time in Waterloo to understand how our Lime-S e-scooters can help this progressive city reach its smart transportation goals. We are committed to meeting the unique needs of cities across Canada and are excited to continue expanding our global footprint,” says Andrew Savage, Vice President, Strategic Development for Lime.
“The City of Waterloo is committed to encouraging and enabling alternate forms of transportation that appeal to a wide spectrum of our residents. E-scooters have become a popular option in many other communities and I’m pleased that we are the first Canadian city to pilot a broad use of this mode of transportation,” says City of Waterloo Mayor Dave Jaworsky.
Lime is also working with provincial leaders to ensure the safe introduction of Lime-S e-scooters into other markets across the country. The company’s entry into Canada follows a major milestone: 11.5 million scooter and bike rides in just over a year. Since its first launch in June 2017, the company has served more than 100 markets across the United States and Europe. By the end of 2018, Lime plans to launch in 50 new cities, internationally.
Unlike other share programs, Lime-S e-scooters will not be docked. The Lime app allows consumers to find available Lime-S e-scooters on its live GPS map.
Media Event
Who:
Dave Jaworsky, Mayor, City of Waterloo
Nico Probst, Manager of Midwest Strategic Development, Lime
Mike Pereira, Manager, Business Development, David Johnston Research + Technology Park at the University of Waterloo
When: Tuesday, October 2, 2018 2:00 p.m.
Where: Evolv1 - east end parking lot (far corner towards LRT, behind building) 420 Wes Graham Way, Waterloo, David Johnston Research + Technology Park
What: Press Conference / Introduction of Lime-S e-scooters in Canada
About Lime:
Lime is revolutionizing mobility in cities and campuses by empowering residents with a greener, more efficient, and affordable transportation option that also improves urban sustainability. By partnering with local key stakeholders and systematically deploying a fleet of smart-bikes that are enabled with GPS, wireless technology, and self-activating locks, Lime will dramatically improve urban mobility by making the first and last mile faster, cheaper, and healthier for riders. Since launching in June 2017, the company has expanded internationally to Europe, and deployed electric scooters, electric-assist bikes, and multiple models of their standard pedal bike. Funded by Silicon Valley's leading VC firm Andreessen Horowitz, Lime is based in San Francisco, CA.
Related links: www.li.me
Lime-S e-scooter visuals: https://photos.app.goo.gl/2XWxSHMTcqo1BGo56
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Meg Shannon,
Global Public Affairs
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