The world's first flying bike | September 23, 2022

Plus, slower speeds, not high-tech fixes, will reduce US current traffic safety crisis, GM is investing in a circular battery ecosystem, and Doordash announces new partnerships.

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Micromobility

Looks like everyone had a great time at Micromobility conference in SF last week! / LinkedIn

There's a much simpler solution to the current traffic safety crisis than the high-tech fix automakers keep presenting to the US government / The Verge

Is it possible to give up your car in favor of an e-bike? / The Wall Street Journal

A new report by the International Transport Forum (ITF), with support from the FIA Foundation, warns that the transport sector's net zero carbon targets may be compromised by the lack of gender diversity in its workforce and leadership. Using gender equality, transport, and climate change as a lens, the study examines policies that can help achieve both gender equality and decarbonizing transport goals by 2050 / Intelligent Transport

When it comes to electric bikes, how fast do they go? / Cycling News

In general, e-bikes are easy targets for bike thieves due to their high value and weak anti-theft protection. Just ask Micah, whose new and expensive bike was recently stolen. Here are all the details about Micah's e-bike theft and how to prevent it from happening to you / Electrek

Did you know that 9 in 10 children walk or bike to school? Check out why / via @DavidZipper

For many commuters cycling to work is a viable option, but it isn't always clear what kind of bike would be best. As with most things, the specifics depend on individual needs and preferences. Cycling Weekly has put together some helpful tips on what you should be looking out for when you're buying your first (or upgrading) commuter bike / Cycling Weekly

Product Launches & Updates

The world’s first flying bike debuted at the Detroit auto show. Manufactured by Japanese start-up AERWINS Technologies, the XTurismo is a hoverbike that can speed up to 100kph and fly up to 40 minutes / WION

The new Apollo Pro e-scooter was present at the Micromobility: America conference, and oh wow! With two-wheel drive and a top speed of 60 mph, this new e-scooter can accelerate from zero to 19 mph in about three seconds / TechCrunch

French automaker Renault has unveiled an electric version of its most popular Renault Trafic Van at the IAA Transportation trade show in Hannover. With a 52kWh battery, the electric Trafic has a range of 240 kilometers and can transport 1.1 tonnes / Electric Cars Report

The Amsterdam-based Roetz bikes have developed a modular e-bike designed to last a lifetime. To be futureproofed, the Roetz Life electric bike uses a modular design that makes it possible to swap out and repair modules at any time; the idea is that the bike will change with its owner instead of the breakdown of one component causing the entire bike to become outdated / Designboom

Ridehailing, Carsharing & Delivery

Infinium and Amazon are partnering to test ultra-low carbon electrofuels for deliveries in 2023. The tests will be conducted in Southern California / Engadget

As part of its expanded selection, DoorDash announces new partnerships with Sprouts Farmers Market, EG America, Big Lots, Dick's Sporting Goods, and more / DoorDash

Cargo bikes are the future of delivery trucks in cities. Researchers have found that biking packages to recipients is not only greener than using a van but also faster / Wired

A report by the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities shows Uber, and Lyft drivers were involved in over 1,000 accidents in Boston last year / Street Blog Mass

Spain's government fined Glovo nearly €80 million for violating labor laws. More than 10,000 regular riders are believed to have been misclassified as self-employed rather than employees by the Spanish food delivery company. In Spain, app-based food delivery platforms must make their riders full employees under a law passed in 2021 / EuroNews

Investment & Deals

Volkswagen is targeting a valuation for Porsche of up to 75 billion euros ($75.1 billion). VW is planning to sell preferred shares in Porsche AG for 76.50 euros to 82.50 euros per share in its upcoming IPO, which will value the company at 70 billion to 75 billion euros / CNN Business

The last-mile delivery companies Instabox and Budbee are merging in a deal worth 18 billion kronas ($1.7 billion). Budbee co-founder Fredrik Hamilton will assume the role of CEO upon the completion of the merger, while Instabox co-founder Alexis Priftis will become executive chairman / TechCrunch

EV charging company Monta has just raised an additional $30 million from Energize Ventures, at a $155 million valuation, to expand into the U.S. market / TechCrunch

Approximately $160 million will be available every year for the next five years for projects that use technology to improve the nation's transportation infrastructure and make communities safer, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) / Intelligent Transport

Munich's AWAKE Mobility has raised €4 million for the development of AI-driven software to monitor bus fleets / Tech.eu

GM Ventures has invested in Lithion Recycling to support a circular battery ecosystem. The goal of the new partnership is to develop a viable EV battery recycling method that will further reduce the use of minerals and emissions as well / Electrek

Cities & Policy

After issuing about 500 fines since February's electric scooter trial began, Victoria's police have promised to crack down further on rule violators / The Age

Boston announced that several street changes made in response to the MBTA's shutdown of the Orange Line would become permanent once it reopens / Boston.gov

The Biden administration's $7.5 billion electric vehicle charging network will be led by Gabe Klein, who led transportation departments in Washington, DC, and Chicago / CNN Business

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