Lime partially suspends its scooter service due to coronavirus
The suspension was initiated to “help people stay put and stay safe,” Lime’s CEO said. (Lime/)This story originally featured on Cycle Volta.Lime announced Tuesday that it’s suspending its scooter sharing service in more than 21 US states, Canada, and select countries in Europe and the Middle East to encourage the public to stay indoors amid the COVID-19 virus outbreak.“The COVID-19 virus is an unprecedented challenge facing cities and communities around the world. Like you, we are worried about the cities we love and call home, the people we serve, and our colleagues on the ground. Loving cities means protecting them too. For now, we’re pausing Lime service to help people stay put and stay safe,” Lime CEO and founder Brad Bao said in a press release.In cities and countries where service is still running, the company recommends using disinfectant before riding. (Lime/)In North America, Lime scooter sharing has been paused...