# E-Scooter Sharing Sharing programs offer consumers a more eco-friendly commute option. By [Hayley McGlone](https://www.trendhunter.com/hayley_mcglone), Manager, Client Research & Strategy | Published Jun 25, 2018 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/escooter-sharing ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.5/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the E-Scooter Sharing trend? **E-Scooter Sharing:** With the sharing economy permeating into almost every facet of transportation, e-scooter rental programs offer city-based consumers a new, eco-friendly option for their commute. The rise of accessible, eco-conscious transportation highlights the commitment by both consumers and cities to try to combat the effects of more traditional and harmful commute options like buses and cars. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: May 19, 2017 to Jul 4, 2019 - Published: Jun 25, 2018 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation), [Many to Many](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/many-to-many) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the E-Scooter Sharing trend ### Rise of electric vehicles Increased adoption of electric scooters indicates a trend towards more eco-conscious transportation options. ### Expansion of sharing economy E-scooter rental programs offer a new sharing-based transportation option for urban commuters. ### Development of last-mile transportation The concept of last-mile transportation is becoming more important and the introduction of innovative e-scooter sharing services improve accessibility cities. ## What the E-Scooter Sharing trend means for industry ### For Transportation The transportation industry can benefit by investing in more eco-conscious and sharing-based solutions like electric scooters. ### For Urban Planning Urban planners can leverage e-scooter sharing programs to offer better last-mile transportation solutions that are efficient and cost-effective. ### For Tech The tech industry can provide innovative solutions to improve the efficiency and convenience of e-scooter sharing programs. ## Workshop question What can your brand learn from the rise of the sharing economy? ## Trend signals for E-Scooter Sharing Trend score 4.5 out of 10, from popularity 64%, activity 62%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 64% - Activity: 62% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the E-Scooter Sharing trend 6 featured examples from May 19, 2017 to Jul 4, 2019. - [E-Scooter Scheduling Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lime-scooters): Lime Scooters Will Take Reservations in the US (Category: Eco) Implication: The reservation and wait-time charges introduced by Lime scooters could be a disruptive innovation opportunity for ride-hailing companies to optimize vehicle availability in peak… - [Scooter Sharing Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lyft-scooters): The Next Edition Lyft Scooters are Meant for Sharing (Category: Autos) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new ride-sharing platforms that incorporate scooter sharing programs to expand transportation options. - [Electric Scooter-Sharing Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scootersharing): The 'Skip' Service Makes Two-Wheeler Urban Commuting a Breeze (Category: Autos) Implication: The transportation industry is ripe for disruptive innovation with electric scooter-sharing services offering a new way to provide efficient, eco-friendly alternatives to traditio… - [E-Scooter Sharing Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limebike-escooters): LimeBike E-Scooters Have Just Been Added to the LimeBike Fleet (Category: Autos) Implication: The e-scooter sharing trend by LimeBike contributes to the micro-mobility industry's growth. - [Electric Scooter-Sharing Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scooter-sharing): Gogoro is Expanding Its Fleet with 600 EV Smartscooters in Paris (Category: Autos) Implication: Companies offering innovative and eco-friendly transport solutions are poised to gain significant market share and attract new consumers. - [Affordable Scooter Rental Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goat-app): The GOAT App Lets Austin Residents Use Nearby Electric Scooters (Category: Autos) Implication: The transportation industry can embrace the trend of dockless electric scooter rental services and incorporate them into existing transportation networks to provide efficient last… ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Eco - [Jewel-Toned Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-silk) - [Compostable Coffee Pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-coffee-pucks) - [Intelligent Private Grids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ara-core-powers) - [Compact Electric Family MPVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-family-mpvs) All articles: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)