GRAND RAPIDS
PHOTO: An undated photo provided by the city of Grand Rapids shows two of Spin’s e-scooters available for rental as part of a city pilot program.by: WOODTV.com staff
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Officials with the city of Grand Rapids announced Wednesday that the city is launching an e-scooter share program.
The City of Grand Rapids and Scooter Company and Spin, owned by the Ford Motor Company, are starting the pilot program in phases.
Starting this Friday October 2 to midnight Sunday, Spin will offer unlimited free rides up to 60 minutes to celebrate the beginning of the program.
Spin officials said scooters are $1 to unlock, plus 15 cents per minute. Low-income residents will be offered a reduced rate.
Riders can sign up for the Spin app to get the scooters and view the map to find the nearest designated parking area, according to a news release from the city.
Grand Rapids city officials said said there will also be options to use the program without a smartphone.
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