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Laka Secures £6.5M for European Expansion
London-based green mobility insurer Laka has secured a £6.5m venture debt facility from HSBC Innovation Banking, bringing its total Series B funding to £14.1m. The funding will support the company’s European expansion and strategic acquisitions, following three recent portfolio takeovers, including Luko’s e-scooter insurance business from Allianz Direct. Laka operates a collective-driven insurance model in which customers pay monthly based on actual claims rather than fixed premiums. With partnerships spanning Decathlon, Brompton, and other leading mobility brands, Laka is well-positioned to capitalise on Europe’s projected $140B micromobility market by 2030.
Bolt to Launch First UK E-Scooter Service in Liverpool
Bolt has been awarded a contract to operate Liverpool’s shared e-scooter and e-bike service from early 2026, marking the company’s first e-scooter launch in the UK. The new service will replace the current provider, Voi, and will deploy 2,000 e-scooters and 100 e-bikes available 24/7 across the city. Riders must be 18 or older and hold a valid driving licence to use the scooters. The system includes strict safety measures such as a 15.5 mph speed limit, an in-app sobriety test, and AI-powered parking enforcement that issues fines for improper parking.
The initiative supports Liverpool’s aim to cut car usage and CO₂ emissions by offering residents a safe, sustainable, and tech-driven transport alternative.
Hungary Reports Decline in Rider Accidents
In Hungary, moped-related injury accidents fell from 497 cases in 2024 to 326 in the first eight months of 2025, representing a 16% YoY decline. Traditional bike users caused 1,220 injury accidents last year and 846 in the same period this year, about 7% fewer than in 2024. E-bike injury-causing accidents totalled 86 in the first eight months of 2025, down 12.2% year-on-year. Overall, moped-related injury accidents also declined by 16.2% to 326.
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Helsinki to License Shared E-Scooters and E-Bikes
The City of Helsinki plans to introduce a micromobility licence for shared e-scooters and e-bikes, replacing the current voluntary agreements. The proposal, set for review on 18 Nov, would expand existing parking restriction zones from the city centre to Töölö and Pasila, enforced through geofencing. The new system aims to improve safety, accessibility, and maintenance, giving inspectors the authority to remove improperly parked vehicles. The licence requirement, mandated by new national legislation, must be implemented by 1 January 2026.
E-Bike Operators Fined in Westminster
In London, Westminster City Council has begun issuing £100 on-the-spot fines directly to dockless e-bike operators Lime and Forest for bikes obstructing pavements. The council has already issued 150 fines and estimates that total penalties could exceed £1m annually, with any surplus reinvested into street safety. This new borough-wide approach replaces the less efficient practice of seizing and storing bikes. Despite the rollout of designated parking bays, non-compliance persists in busy areas. Westminster is also advocating for national regulations to give councils stronger licensing powers over rental schemes.
Lime Debuts Upgraded Bikes in Sydney
In Sydney, Lime has launched its next-gen shared e-bikes, making it the first city in Australia to receive the upgraded fleet. Sydney now joins cities such as Zurich, Paris, Seattle, and Atlanta in rolling out the new bikes. Lime has also introduced a subscription service, Lime Prime.
T&D to debut the world’s first e-bike powered by semi-solid-state batteries next month.
Zagreb-based postal operator Hrvatska Pošta adds 70 Askoll ES PRO e-scooters to its growing electric fleet.
Chico City Council moves to regulate shared e-scooters ahead of Roam’s 100-scooter pilot launch.
Rahway City Council passes e-bike and scooter ordinance to promote safety and shared streets.
Naperville City Council to vote on new ordinance regulating e-bikes and e-scooters.
Milton council seeks regional e-scooter rules for safer, consistent enforcement across Halton.
In Romania, Bolt reported that up to 900 shared e-scooters are vandalised each month. The tally is highest in Bucharest.
Santee City Council votes to ban e-bike riders under 12 and tighten local safety regulations.
Moscow’s rental season for e-scooters and bikes officially ended on 14 November, and service is set to resume next spring.
Neuron e-scooters boosted Waterloo Region’s economy by over $3M, with most rides linked to local spending.
Doral, Florida City Council advances six ordinances, including new micromobility registration rules.
TTC Enforces Winter Ban on E-Bikes and E-Scooters
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) has enforced its seasonal ban on lithium-ion-powered e-bikes and e-scooters, which took effect on November 15 and runs through April 15. The restriction, introduced last year following battery fire incidents, prohibits these devices inside TTC vehicles and stations but excludes mobility aids such as electric wheelchairs. Riders violating the ban may be asked to leave or face fines. The TTC also considered adopting certification requirements similar to Metrolinx, which only permits e-bikes with UL or CE-certified batteries.
D.C. Lowers E-Bike Speed Limits
Washington, D.C., has moved to curb e-bike speeds as part of a broader safety effort. Lime and Veo e-bikes will now cap motor assist at 18 mph and 15 mph respectively, down from the previous 20 mph limit. The change follows community complaints and police reports of e-bikes being misused on sidewalks and in crimes. The D.C. Department of Transportation said the companies agreed to the slowdown after city officials raised concerns earlier this year. In busy areas such as U Street and Navy Yard, e-bike boosts are already restricted to 8 mph to improve pedestrian safety.
The Comeback of the Microcar
Across Europe and beyond, microcars are re-emerging as a practical response to congestion and the demand for low-emission transportation. A new wave of players, Microlino, Citroen, Silence, Niu Technologies, Toyota, Eli Electric, Bajaj, and Mayten, are reshaping this segment with designs that sit between two-wheeled micromobility and full-size cars.
Legacy manufacturers like Aixam Mega and Ligier Group continue to lead the category with decades of experience and steady production volumes.
Slovakia Sets 6 km/h Sidewalk Vehicle Limit
In Slovakia, the national parliament has approved an amendment imposing a 6 km/h speed limit on sidewalks for cyclists, e-scooters, skateboards, and other sidewalk-allowed vehicles, set to take effect on 1 Jan 2026. Users who exceed the limit can face fines of up to €100.
Parksville Approves Three-Year Micromobility Pilot
In Parksville, Canada, the city council has unanimously approved a three-year shared e-bike and e-scooter rental pilot. The program will be supported by the British Columbia Automobile Association (BCAA), which operates the Evolve fleet. Launching in spring 2026, the pilot will include approximately 50-70 vehicles and 13 designated dockless parking zones. The program is already active in 13 municipalities across British Columbia, including Nanaimo, where it operates year-round.
Ola Files Compact EV Patent
Ola Electric has filed a new 4-wheeler design patent in India, a possible future compact electric car. While Ola had previously teased an electric sedan, that project was paused to prioritize mass-market scooters. The compact vehicle is expected to sit on Ola’s Gen 4 modular platform, which also supports 2-wheelers, 3-wheelers, drones, and humanoids. Battery details aren’t confirmed yet, but the EV is likely to use Ola’s newly approved in-house 4680 cells designed for lighter, more efficient vehicles.
Tern Launches 4th Gen Vektron in North America
Tern has launched the 4th generation of its popular Vektron folding e-bike. Some of the key updates include a more rigid, low-flex frame, a quick 10-second folding mechanism, an upright comfort-focused cockpit, and new drivetrain options, including a Gates belt-drive variant for quieter, low-maintenance riding. The Vektron P10 with a 10-speed Shimano Deore drivetrain is priced at $3,699, while the belt-drive P5i model comes in at $4,099. The bike will be available in stores by the end of the year.
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Micromobility Always wins! Cities are transforming and micromobility is having a moment under the radar.
Hey, great read as always, what if micromobility realy becomes the intelligent backbone of every 15-minute city we all envision?