Four million Voi rides in Northampton save carbon equivalent of over 111 million smart phone charges

Sep 9, 2024

A man preparing to ride a Voi e-scooter in Northampton Credit: Voi

People in Northampton have now taken more than four million rides on Voi rental e-scooters.

The coral-coloured rental e-scooters have been operating in the town since September 2020, with just over 90,000 people signed up to ride them.

According to Voi’s externally-validated carbon calculator, trips on e-scooters in Northampton have replaced nearly an estimated two million car journeys. 

The use of e-scooters instead of cars in Northampton has saved the town from more than 900 tonnes of harmful carbon dioxide emissions  - the equivalent of over 111 million smart phone charges.

According to data from the most recent rider survey in Northampton, nearly a third of riders said they used an e-scooter for a journey they would otherwise have made by car or taxi.

A total of 43% of riders used e-scooters for their commute to work or education, with 20% using them for social engagements and 16% using them for errands and shopping.

James Bolton, general manager, Voi UK, said: “Since we started operating in Northampton four years ago, e-scooters have become an essential part of many residents’ lives. 

“It’s great to reach another milestone in supporting people in Northampton to choose a safe, affordable and sustainable method of transport in the town.

“We’re always looking to improve our service in Northampton, working closely with West Northamptonshire Council and Northamptonshire Police.”

Cllr Phil Larratt, West Northamptonshire Council’s cabinet member for Highways and Transport said: “E-scooters offer a sustainable and cost-effective way for people to get from A to B, with many people using them on a daily basis for work and leisure.

"As we hit a major milestone of 4 million rides in Northampton, I would like to remind riders that we need to work together to continue to improve and ensure the safety of everyone.”


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For further information, please contact: 

Juliette Maxam, Senior PR manager, Voi UK, Ireland and Belgium

[email protected]

About Voi 

Founded in 2018, Voi is a Swedish micromobility company offering e-scooter and e-bike sharing in partnership with towns, cities and local communities. We believe e-scooters can play a central role in changing how people move in our towns and cities in the future. We want to ensure that the micromobility transformation happens the right way - through real innovative technology, open and transparent dialogue with towns, cities and governments and by adapting our products to local needs. Voi’s holistic Environmental Action Plan tackles emissions and promotes renewable energy use and circularity along its supply chain. 

Voi operates in over 100 towns and cities across 12 countries. It is headquartered in Stockholm and employs 1,000 people. To date, Voi boasts more than seven million riders and has served more than 150+ million rides.