Doha, Qatar:  Lime - the world’s largest shared electric vehicle company - has announced the launch of its industry-leading rental Gen4 e-scooters and e-bikes in Doha this week. It marks the company’s official launch in Qatar and will see Lime providing residents and visitors of Doha with convenient and carbon-free transport options to get around the city as it looks to reduce traffic. 

Both Lime’s Gen4 e-scooters and Gen4 e-bikes will be available to hire via the Lime app. As part of its commitment to providing the best and most responsible service possible to all riders in the city, an ‘end trip photo’ of the parked vehicle once the rider’s journey has ended will be required to ensure responsible parking. 

Lime’s launch in Qatar is the latest in a series of new city launches in the Middle East, with the city also recently launching in Abu Dhabi, UAE. It is part of the company’s commitment to growing its services in the Middle East region more broadly. The launch of Lime’s latest vehicles put Qatar on par with other global metropolises like New York, Paris, and London. 

Speaking about the launch, Mohamed Abouhussein, Regional General Manager for Middle East and Africa at Lime, said: “We are delighted to launch in Doha. Transportation systems all over the world are encouraging more people out of cars and onto sustainable options as a key way to tackle the climate crisis and reduce congestion. Building cities that look different from today - and most importantly are shared, affordable and carbon free - is core to our mission. 

“Our industry-leading Gen4 vehicles are firm favorites among riders globally, and will offer safe and sustainable ways to travel around Doha. We can’t wait to get started and to continue our expansion across the Middle East.”

Highlights of the Gen4 e-scooter includes:

  • Swept back handlebars, a first for shared e-scooters and reminiscent of bike handles, allowing for more a comfortable grip. 
  • Dual hand brake system to make slowing and stopping easier and more immediate when needed.
  • Lowered baseboard to optimize the center of gravity on the scooter and make getting on and off easier. 
  • New kickstand with two legs to help avoid scooters from being tipped over when parked, which can help to reduce clutter on sidewalks. 
  • Enhanced suspension and larger wheels mean a smoother ride over cracks, warped pavement and anything else the cityscape can throw at you.

Highlights of the Gen4 e-bike includes: 

  • Increased motor power to help riders easily climb hills and restart their ride when stopped/stationary at red traffic lights or pedestrian crossings
  • A new phone holder, allowing riders to easily navigate and follow directions without having to stop and look at their phones 
  • An automatic two-speed transmission that eliminates the prior generation’s gears for easier acceleration and smoother riding
  • A modular design, extending the usable life to 5+ years
  • Interchangeable battery, which means its e-bike batteries will now be shared and swappable with Lime’s e-scooters. Previously, Lime’s vehicles had two different batteries

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About Lime

Lime's mission is to realize a future for transportation that is shared, affordable, and carbon-free. As the world's leading provider of shared electric vehicles, Lime partners with cities to deploy electric bikes, scooters, and mopeds to serve any trip under five miles. One of Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential Companies in 2021, Lime has powered more than 300 million rides in more than 250 cities across five continents, spurring a new generation of clean alternatives to car ownership. Learn more at li.me