E-liveable: Unlocking the potential of electric micromobility through e-bikes, e-cargo bikes and e-scooters

The ELEVATE project assessed the potential for expanding the household use of e-bikes, e-cargo bikes and e-scooters – forms of travel collectively known as e-micromobility. We did this through a comprehensive research programme, including household e-cargo bike trials based in the suburbs of three UK cities, national and local surveys on e-bike, e-cargo bike and e-scooter use, and stakeholder workshops. Our research demonstrates the capacity of these vehicles to substantially replace car journeys while bringing multiple benefits to their users and the places where they live. It also identifies key issues and barriers to their uptake and the changes needed to overcome these. To realise the potential of e-micromobility in contributing to climate change and public health goals, we need to create a supportive environment that combines promotion, loan schemes and targeted grants with safer infrastructure and traffic restraint. This report for practitioners and policy maker summarises the project findings and recommendations.