In a move to promote eco-friendly transport, Lyft is amping up its bike- and scooter-sharing services. By introducing in-app information about protected cycling lanes and bike-friendly routes, Lyft hopes to inspire urbanites to switch to more sustainable two-wheel transportation.

The UK government is launching trials to test the safety of e-scooters on its roads, with a view to eventually making them legal. With COVID-19 causing many people to avoid public transport altogether, it’s likely that Britons will be extra eager to take up eco-friendly travel alternatives.

As the COVID-19 pandemic restricts people’s movement, domestic habits are being shaken up to stave off boredom and maintain social ties. Canvas8 spoke to 18 people from around the world to understand how they’re spending their time in self-isolation and what new routines they’ve established.

While bike-sharing schemes have taken off in Europe and Asia, they’re struggling to take hold in the US, where fears around safety often dissuade commuters from hopping on two wheels. So, what can bike-share companies do to make their products appear to be a viable alternative to cars?