WECA E-scooter Trial

Introduction

The WECA E-scooter trial is one of number of E-scooter trials currently being delivered is a Department for Transport trial to understand the E-scooter usage. The benefit of a trial is that it can help the Department for Transport and Local Authorities to understand usage, user behaviour, impacts of road surfaces and any mitigations if the use of this vehicle is to increase. In addition the delivery of a trial means that the usage can be regulated in that it is controlled with specific areas of use and also if incorrect rider behaviour is detected such as twin-riding, underage riding or anti-social activity then the user can be banned.

E-scooters offer the potential for fast, clean and inexpensive travel that can also help ease the burden on transport networks and allow for social distancing. The use of E-scooters enables residents to replace short car journeys with a lower environmental footprint, with huge potential to improve air quality and reduce climate change. It also provides a socially distanced, outdoor mode of transport which is convenient, affordable and flexible travel for point-to-point journeys, or for the first or last mile to public transport.

Website information

Project website E-scooter trial - Travelwest
South Gloucestershire Council - E-scooters trial | BETA - South Gloucestershire Council (southglos.gov.uk)

TIER e-scooters

TIER e-scooters will be deployed on the streets of Bristol from Saturday 14 October with e-bikes and cargo bikes to follow
Long Term Rental e-scooters are available from today - Bristol and Bath residents can order theirs from the TIER website
2,000 shared TIER vehicles will be available during the launch period, eventually ramping up to 4,000

TIER, Europe's largest shared micro-mobility provider, will begin its roll-out of e-scooters in Bristol this Saturday (14 October), taking over and expanding the shared mobility service of the city from the previous operator. 2,000 TIER e-scooters will be deployed initially, with the number increasing to 4,000 over time. Shared e-bikes will join the fleet shortly and cargo e-bikes will be available through the nextbike by TIER app by the end of the month.

Users will need to download the TIER app and create an account and prove they are over the age of 18 with a valid full or provisional driving licence to ride an e-scooter. E-scooters and e-bikes cost 99p to unlock and then 16p per minute. Users can also choose from a range of passes. TIER's UK Access programme offers discounts for a range of users including university staff and students, Blue Light Card holders, those on income support or Universal Credit and more.

To use a TIER cargo bike users must be over 18 and will need to download the nextbike by TIER app.

Today also marks the launch of the Long Term Rental by TIER service through which Bristol and Bath residents will have access to their own e-scooter, supplied by TIER, for a monthly fee of £40. Users must be over the age of 18, have at least a provisional driving licence, have created an account in the TIER app and s can only be ridden within the Bristol or Bath business area.

To help improve parking conditions in busy areas, 100 parking suitable bays across the region will have physical markers installed, designed to make it easier for users to find the parking bay and to keep vehicles contained to the designated area.

RULES AND SAFETY

E-scooters are classed as motorised vehicles, this is why you must have a full or provisional driving license and insurance (the insurance is covered by the e-scooter rental company!).

You're riding a fairly heavy and fast vehicle that will sometimes share spaces with other more vulnerable road users such as cyclists and pedestrians.

If not driven safely you could cause harm to you and others, so it's very important that you ride in a safe and responsible manner. If you don't, your account may be suspended and you may be reported to the police who may apply points to your driving licence and/or issue you with a fine.

General rules

You must be at least 18 years old to ride an e-scooter, and hold a full or provisional driving licence
Do not allow others to use your account or driving licence. You will be responsible for any misuse
Never ride on the pavement
Do not ride under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Only one person per vehicle

When renting, users agree to park the vehicles with respect towards pedestrians, property and traffic, and to also ensure the following:

The vehicle is parked on a footway closely alongside a wall or in connection to a bike stand/parking rack
The vehicle is standing up in a steady manner on its kickstand
The vehicle is not blocking entrances, access ramps, traffic, bus stops, crossings, or obstructing pavements

TIER customer service

If you encounter any issues with your hire or rental, such as the location of parked vehicles, misplaced vehicles, or inappropriate riding behaviour including underage riding (below the age of 18), you should report this to the operator via the app or the email address below.

TIER customer service Email Address:support@tier.app