The use of electronic scooters is undeniably on the rise in Dubai. Many residents opt to ride these light and more convenient mode than the typical public commute.
Rightly so, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), is launching a trial operation of e-scooter rental at these five zones next week:
- 2nd December Street
- Al Rigga
- Dubai Internet City
- Mohammad Bin Rashid Boulevard (Downtown)
- Jumeirah Lake Towers
These areas have been selected according to specific criteria, such as population density, private developments, availability of public transport services, integrated infrastructure, and high traffic safety records.
Five operators, Careem, Lime, Tier, Arnab and Skurrt, will be part of the trial run.
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These e-scooters, when implemented fully, are not only friendly for the environment but also good news for the majority of motorists as it will somehow help reduce congestion on the roads.
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