Voi e-bikes launched in Oxford
Voi's new e-bikes in Oxford. Credit: Voi/Oxfordshire County Council
Voi is deploying its new state-of-the-art electronic bikes in Oxford this summer.
The company, which already operates e-scooters in the city, has just launched a fleet of 100 new e-bikes in the city.
E-bikes can be hired from the existing e-scooter parks around Oxford and must be returned to them.
To use the bikes, people will need to sign up to Voi and unlock the bikes with the Voi app. There is no requirement to have a driving licence in order to ride the e-bikes, unlike e-scooters. The bikes are available for anyone aged 16 or over.
Prices, passes and Voi discounts are the same for Voi e-bikes and e-scooters.
Features of Voi’s top-of-the-range hi-tech e-bike include automatic gears that adjust to riding conditions, a low step-through frame and adjustable unisex seat suitable for all heights.
A dual kickstand ensures the bike remains upright when not in use.
Enhanced safety features include high-grip tyres, a powerful braking system, front and rear lights which switch on automatically when the bike is unlocked, reflectors and an easy-to-use bell.
The bike is powered by a swappable battery which is compatible with the company’s e-scooters.
James Bolton, general manager for Voi UK, said: “We are sure people in Oxford will find our e-bikes a great addition to transport options in the city.
“We’ve had brilliant feedback from riders when we’ve launched this new e-bike in other locations in the UK and abroad.”
E-bikes can be used on the same tracks and cycle paths as pedal bikes - enabling riders to beat traffic jams and travel without causing pollution.
Commenting on Voi’s e-bike launch, Councillor Liz Leffman, leader of Oxfordshire County Council, said: “Offering more opportunities for people to move around Oxford easily is very welcome. I’m very excited that the city is now benefitting from public bike hire that can be easily accessed and presents the chance to use e-bikes in city travel without cost being an obstacle.”
For further information, please contact:
Juliette Maxam, Senior PR manager, Voi UK, Ireland and Belgium
juliette.maxam@voiapp.io
About Voi
Founded in 2018, Voi is a Swedish micromobility company offering e-scooter and e-bike sharing in partnership with towns, cities and local communities. We believe e-scooters can play a central role in changing how people move in our towns and cities in the future. We want to ensure that the micromobility transformation happens the right way - through real innovative technology, open and transparent dialogue with towns, cities and governments and by adapting our products to local needs. Voi’s holistic Environmental Action Plan tackles emissions and promotes renewable energy use and circularity along its supply chain.
Voi operates in over 100 towns and cities across 12 countries. It is headquartered in Stockholm and employs 1,000 people. To date, Voi boasts more than seven million riders and has served more than 150+ million rides.
