E-BIKE SERVICES LAUNCHED AT CHENNAI METRO STATION


After introducing the smart bicycle sharing system, the Greater Chennai Corporation is launching an e-bike share system, specifically for women and elder citizens in Chennai, the Times of India reports.

The Chennai Metro Rail limited has launched e-bike services at Thirumangalam, Vadapalani and Alandhur metro rail station.  

Commuters could use these bikes for first and last mile connectivity by simply booking the bikes on a mobile app

CMRL has tied up with 'Howdy hire bikes' a two wheeler rental start up to offer the service.

To book a bike passengers have to download 'Howdy hire bikes' mobile app. The bikes would be GPS-enabled so the passengers can select a pick up and drop point. Upon getting a bike they will have to scan the QR Code on the bike to unlock/start/lock or pause through the mobile app. Officials said a pick up and drop hub will be available at every 500m in the city.

P.S. Venkatesh of Howdy Bikes said, commuters have to pay Rs. 3 per kilometre and 10 paise a minute on hiring this bike. “Last mile connectivity is crucial for commuters, failing which it will become very difficult for them to get home. We have begun with these two stations, as they have a reasonable patronage compared to the others. Also, we have made it mandatory to sanitise bikes after each ride,” he said.


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