DiDi Bike launched its public electric bicycle sharing service in the Ecopark urban area on 12/7. This marks the app's official debut for Vietnamese customers, following a successful pilot at Vietnam National University, Hanoi campus in Hoa Lac. The service aims to address short-distance, internal travel needs within urban and campus environments.
Utilizing the service is straightforward. Users install the DiDi Bike application, locate an available bicycle, and scan a QR code to unlock it. The journey concludes by parking at a designated station and completing payment through the app.
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DiDi Bike launched at Ecopark, Hung Yen. *Luong Dung*
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DiDi Bike electric bicycle. *Luong Dung*
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The bicycle features a compact design. *Luong Dung*
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Ergonomically designed, each bicycle comes equipped with a helmet. *Luong Dung*
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The handlebars feature a minimalist design. *Luong Dung*
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A flat, spacious footrest provides comfort. *Luong Dung*
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Pedals are included for temporary use if the battery runs out. *Luong Dung*
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An electric motor is mounted on the rear wheel. The bicycle is equipped with drum brakes on both wheels. *Luong Dung*
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A single seat is accompanied by a grab handle. *Luong Dung*
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The dashboard displays a QR code for each bicycle and 4 battery level indicator bars. *Luong Dung*
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The bicycle is equipped with an LED taillight. *Luong Dung*
The DiDi Bike electric bicycles are designed for comfort and efficiency. Each bicycle is equipped with an inhub electric motor, providing a stated operating range of 80 km and a maximum speed of 25 km/h. Its ergonomic design ensures a comfortable riding posture, complemented by a wide footrest and an included helmet for safety. The bicycle's features and design are similar to those deployed by Hanoi city on some central streets.
Further design elements include minimalist handlebars and a single seat with a grab handle. For convenience, pedals are available for temporary use should the battery run out. Safety features comprise drum brakes on both wheels and an LED taillight. The dashboard prominently displays a QR code unique to each bicycle and 4 bars indicating the battery level.
The rental structure offers flexibility. The basic fee is 10,000 VND for the first 15 minutes, with an additional 10,000 VND charged for each subsequent 15-minute period. Payments are processed directly through the DiDi Bike application. Users also have access to various rental packages, including: monthly, daily, and per-trip options.
While currently operational only in Ecopark, DiDi Bike plans significant expansion. The company intends to increase its fleet of vehicles, broaden its network of parking stations, and extend services to universities, industrial parks, and other high-demand urban areas across Vietnam.
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