Voi electric scooters are offering voters in Cheltenham and Gloucester free rides to and from their local polling stations for the upcoming local elections.
Residents heading to the polling station can benefit from two free 15-minute journeys on Thursday May 2, 2024 using the code VOTE.
In a social media post announcing the deal, the e-scooter operator encouraged voters to “ask your local politicians to prioritize the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and e-scooter riders by investing in cycling and active travel infrastructure”.
The Swedish micro-mobility company has a presence in over 100 towns in 12 countries and has been Cheltenham and Gloucester’s electric scooter supplier since August 2023, when it won an initial 10-month contract after taking over from the former operator, Des Zwings.
It also recently reduced the age limit for drivers from 18 to 16, provided drivers have at least a provisional driving license.
The two free rides offer is only available using the code VOTE on Election Day, Thursday, May 2, 2024.
Voters should remember to bring photo identification, such as a photo driving license, passport, senior citizen bus pass, Oyster 60+ card or another acceptable form of ID. photo ID in order to vote.
