One in five would consider scrapping car in favour of alternative transport

Covid reveals shift towards e-scooters, e-bikes and car sharing services

Fiona Brady: Looking towards an interconnected transport system in Ireland.

A new report from ride hailing app Free Now concerning the future of mobility has highlighted a growing appetite for alternative and sustainable forms of transport and less interest in private car ownership since the Covid pandemic began. 

The company’s ‘Future of Mobility’ report reveals that over 40% of passengers are likely to use an e-scooter, and 44% are considering e-bikes for travel needs in the coming months.