Data revealed on e-scooter use

A NEW report by e-scooter operator Neuron Mobility has revealed Ballarat riders’ usage of the company’s e-scooters.

After e-scooter trialling began last December, Neuron’s research has found over half of riders’ journeys replaced car travel, with 86 per cent of users saying the machines have had a positive impact on the city.

Neuron Mobility’s Head of ANZ, Richard Hannah, said their findings show Ballarat is embracing e-scooters.

“The people of Ballarat have shown an overwhelming amount of positive feedback about our e-scooters,” he said.

“Sustainability and safety are the core of Neuron’s operations and the latest data shows that e-scooters are playing a key role in replacing car journeys.

“It’s encouraging to see so many riders enjoying the service, while reducing congestion and emissions in the city.”

Riders have collectively covered over 250,000 kilometres, and it’s estimated that the city’s e-scooter use has offset 25 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions.

The study also reveals that 69 per cent of rides resulted in a purchase at a local business, and City of Ballarat mayor Cr Daniel Moloney said the findings mean the e-scooters are a positive addition.

“The survey results show that while most of the trips taken on the scooters are for fun and leisure, a really healthy amount were people travelling from A to B around Ballarat,” he said.

“This shows that the e-scooters are really becoming a part of people’s daily transport options and commutes.”