Copec, a leading energy company in Latin America, has partnered with Gogoro to launch a battery swapping network for electric scooters in Santiago, Chile. The initiative aims to promote sustainable transportation options and expand access to electric mobility in the region.
Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal has ignited a social media firestorm after publicly criticizing comedian Kunal Kamra for highlighting concerns about the storage of Ola electric scooters. Aggarwal offered Kamra a paid position to assist the company or demanded he “shut up” and allow Ola to address customer issues. Kamra’s post, which questioned the treatment of Ola customers, sparked a wave of responses from users who shared their own experiences with the company’s service.
Zaragoza city council’s plan to make insurance mandatory for cyclists and electric scooter users has faced strong opposition from cycling advocacy groups and environmentalists. Critics argue that the measure is disproportionate, unnecessary, and would disincentivize environmentally friendly forms of travel. The proposal has also been linked to a growing backlash against sustainable transport policies in Spain and other European countries, including controversies over bike lane removals and accusations of misuse of EU funding.
Electric scooters and e-bikes are set to return to Edmonton streets, but the wait will be a bit longer than usual. The City of Edmonton is currently renegotiating contracts with scooter companies, and is making changes to the program to improve safety, accessibility, and parking compliance. The new contracts will be for three years, and will include incentives for companies to expand their riding zones and improve fleet management. The city is also removing the cap on the number of scooters and bikes that can be deployed, and will allow year-round operation as weather permits. In addition, the city will launch an educational campaign to remind users of proper riding etiquette and parking procedures.
