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Saturday, 14 September 2024 08:04 PM A new bill proposed in the New York City Council aims to cap the price of renting a Citi Bike to be competitive with the cost of a subway ride. If passed, this would limit the cost for using an e-bike for up to an hour or a regular bicycle for up to two hours to the base fare of a subway ride. This move is intended to make bike sharing more affordable and accessible. I think this could be a great step in encouraging more people to use sustainable transportation.

Wednesday, 03 July 2024 07:32 AM Citi Bike has increased its fees for the second time in 2024, citing higher-than-anticipated costs for battery swapping, insurance, and vehicle expenses. The per-minute fees for e-bike rides have risen from 20 cents to 24 cents for members, and from 30 cents to 36 cents for non-members. The company is also working on piloting charging stations to reduce operational costs. I believe these price hikes might deter some users, but the investment in charging stations is a positive move.

Wednesday, 03 July 2024 09:54 PM Starting July 10, Citi Bike introduced new pricing for e-bike rides, particularly for rides entering or exiting Manhattan. The cap for e-bike rides 45 minutes or less will increase to $4.80, while the per-minute rate will rise to 24 cents for members and 36 cents for non-members. This change is part of the companys efforts to manage increased operational expenses. I think the cap increase is reasonable given the rising costs.

Wednesday, 03 July 2024 06:00 AM Citi Bike announced that e-bikes now make up two-thirds of all rides, leading to increased demand and higher maintenance costs. To address this, the company is working with the NYC Department of Transportation and Con Edison to pilot charging stations, reducing the need for van-based battery swapping. This initiative aims to ensure more charged e-bikes are available for users. I think this is a smart move to keep up with the growing demand for e-bikes.