Spin Announces Exclusive Partnership with Tortoise to Bring Remotely Operated E-Scooters to North American and European Cities in 2021
The company's new Spin Valet platform makes it possible to remotely operate Spin's fleet and automatically re-park scooters out of the pathway of pedestrians and other pavement or street traffic within seconds. Spin Valet combines Tortoise's software with the front and rear-facing built-in cameras on the S-200. This technology will eventually make it possible for a rider to “hail” an e-scooter several blocks to a desired pick up location.
The first S-200 fleet will be piloted in Boise, Idaho this spring. The City will receive up to 300 S-200 e-scooters. This is the first time the technology will be launched with a robust, more stable three-wheeled e-scooter, which can better withstand different road conditions due to its enhanced suspension. S-200 will offer a safer ride with three independent braking systems and turn signals (on handlebars and near the rear wheel).
Ben Bear, Chief Business Officer at Spin.
“There has been a lot of fanfare around the potential of remote-controlled e-scooters, but this partnership marks a turning point in tangible operational plans to bring them to city streets. In addition to providing reliability to consumers and more order to city streets, this could significantly improve unit economics, reducing carbon emissions and the operational work required to maintain and reposition fleets.”
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