Bird Secures Green Light to Expand Service in New York City and Washington, D.C.
Bird Global, Inc. (NYSE:BRDS) announces the approval to double its e-scooter fleet in New York City and increase its service in Washington, D.C. by over 20%. Daily ridership in NYC rose nearly 70% in March and 48% in D.C., driven by rising gas prices and easing COVID restrictions. The NYC Department of Transportation aims to expand its e-scooter pilot to the Bronx. Bird is committed to providing environmentally friendly transportation options, growing its service across more than 400 cities globally.
- Approval to double e-scooter fleet in New York City.
- Over 20% increase in e-scooter service in Washington, D.C.
- Daily average ridership increased by 70% in NYC and 48% in D.C., indicating strong demand.
- Expansion supports environmental sustainability and reduced car dependency.
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Bird’s e-Scooter Expansions Come as Cities Experience Upticks in Tourism and Commuter Traffic
Bird Secures Green Light to Expand Service in
The expansion announcement comes as daily average ridership of Bird e-scooters in
“This administration is committed to reducing our dependency on automobiles and more equitably delivering services across the five boroughs,” said Commissioner
“Ridership in the
Bird also announced it secured approval to scale its e-scooter fleet in
As gas prices soar, commuters are increasingly returning to the office and taking related trips – many of which can be served by cleaner transportation alternatives. At the same time, easing COVID restrictions are allowing for more business and leisure trips. Spring travel is in full effect, with many opting to visit tourist destinations in
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Bird is an electric vehicle company dedicated to bringing affordable, environmentally friendly transportation solutions such as e-scooters and e-bikes to communities across the world. Founded in 2017 by transportation pioneer
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