Spin launches in the UK

Our micromobility unit Spin’s e-scooters are now available for public hire in Milton Keynes – as recently legalised e-scooter trials take place across the UK.

Spin placed 100 scooters on the streets for residents – and will steadily increase its fleet size to match demand, expecting to have around 300 scooters on the streets by mid-September.

Riders simply need to download the Spin App, review a comprehensive set of rules and safety guidelines, and then start their trip. Over the weekend, the company held a series of public education events for Milton Keynes residents to come out and learn more about how to ride safely.

Felix Petersen, Head of Europe at Spin

“We’re excited to bring the first of our UK e-scooter fleets to Milton Keynes and had a highly-encouraging response from local riders at our Spin Safe events. This is the first of many e-scooters trials across the UK as part of our firm commitment to fully integrate e-scooters into local transportation ecosystems. We hope to responsibly fulfill the need UK residents have for this new transport mode as an accessible, inexpensive and greener alternative to cars and public transport.”

Ford recently expanded its ‘Share The Road’ safety campaign to incorporate the growing variety of transport people are using – including e-scooters. First launched two years ago, Share The Road aims to foster greater understanding between road users to help make the streets safer for everyone.

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