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E-Bike-Booking Platforms

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

'Free Now' and 'Tier' are Offering E-Bike Booking in Dublin, Ireland

— July 27, 2022 — Autos
'Free Now,' a mobile platform for mobility services, partnered with 'Tier' to launch a free e-bike-booking service in Dublin, Ireland. Free Now was previously only used for booking mobility services, such as Taxis, busses, and other accommodations. However, now customers will be able to reserve an e-bike for a work commute or leisure ride whenever they desire.

The bikes are available on the new '2-Wheels' section on the Free Now app. This section will show locations of available e-bikes and valid drop-off locations for the same bikes, and will allow uses to select a pick-up location for their ride. Free Now Ireland's general manager stated that he believes "The integration of electric, micro-mobility on the Free Now app will enable our passengers to consider more sustainable transport choices in addition to our ECO booking taxi option," meaning this new integration will likely promote healthier lifestyles while reducing carbon emissions in the region.

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Trend Themes
1. E-bike-booking Services - The partnership between 'Free Now' and 'Tier' in Dublin shows the potential for more e-bike-booking services to leverage existing mobility platforms.
2. Micro-mobility Integration - The addition of electric bikes to Free Now's app signals a trend towards incorporating more micro-mobility options into existing transportation platforms.
3. Sustainable Transport Solutions - The integration of e-bikes on Free Now app provides a disruptive innovation opportunity for the transportation sector by shifting towards more sustainable transport solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Transportation - The rise of e-bike-booking platforms offers an opportunity for existing transportation companies to increase their offerings and compete against traditional taxi and ride-sharing services.
2. Sustainability - The inclusion of e-bikes in mobility platforms speaks to the growing importance of sustainable transport and presents an opportunity for innovative companies to create new sustainable transportation solutions.
3. Micro-mobility - The proliferation of e-bike-booking platforms presents micro-mobility companies with an opportunity to expand their market share and offer new services to customers.
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