RTA And Careem Announce Bike Rental Service

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Soon, residents can rent GPS-operated cycles in Dubai, thanks to the government’s new initiative with Careem. Over 3500 bikes will be launched in the city, in a bid to promote a healthier lifestyle.

What’s It?

Dubai residents can soon cycle around the city in cool bikers thanks to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. 

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The RTA, in collaboration with Careem, will soon launch 3,500 new bikes in the city.

The initiative is an attempt to promote a healthy lifestyle and also reduce traffic in the city. Residents can rent cycles across 350 dedicated bike stations in various areas in the city. 

The bikes will be well-equipped with a GPS tracker and you can pay using your credit card, NOL card or through the S’hail smartphone app. How cool is that!

In fact, Dubai also has new cycle tracks added in areas like Jumeirah, encouraging people to cycle around the city. 

What Else?

Meanwhile, if you’re looking at outdoor options to stay fit, here are five jogging tracks fitness freaks will absolutely love!

Vaishnavi Venkataraman: Research, science labs and of course nerdy glasses – that’s what my life was all about until I finally woke up to realise how much I loved food, travel and telling tales. A chai addict, a moody writer and mother to a smallie, my journey as a writer began with The Times of India. And now, here I am in Dubai pursuing my passion and exploring a new city, all in one go!