Bolt is widely recognized for its ride-hailing platform. However, the company also provides an electric scooter rental service, currently available in 45 cities throughout Europe. The latest scooter model, developed by Bolt’s internal hardware division, places a strong emphasis on rider safety.

As illustrated in the image, this is a substantial scooter, weighing 19 kilograms – exceeding the weight of a typical bicycle. It features a battery capable of powering a 40-kilometer journey and is constructed primarily from aluminum.

The company anticipates a service life of up to 60 months due to its modular construction. This design allows Bolt to replace individual components rather than the entire scooter when repairs are needed.

The scooter incorporates integrated sensors designed to identify accidents and potentially dangerous riding behavior. Should a fall occur or sudden braking be detected, Bolt will receive an alert. The scooter is also able to recognize risky riding habits and will provide riders with audio and visual cues to promote safe operation.

The onboard display provides riders with real-time notifications, such as alerts when operating in pedestrian zones or areas with speed restrictions. It also indicates permitted parking locations. Bolt intends to activate a flashing headlight function when entering pedestrian or low-speed zones.

Similar to many contemporary electric scooter designs, Bolt scooters allow for quick battery swaps without requiring the relocation of the entire unit. Recharging removable batteries is a more efficient process than recharging the scooter as a whole.

Recently, Bolt announced plans to significantly expand its scooter operations. The company aims to offer its scooter service in over 100 cities by 2021, potentially deploying as many as 130,000 electric scooters and bicycles across Europe. It remains to be seen whether Bolt will successfully achieve its ambitious goals for 2021.