Glasgow's Voi bike hires pass two million in less than a year

Glasgow’s Voi bikes have clocked up more than two million hires in less than a year.

More than 119,000 people have used the scheme since its launch in November 2025, travelling a combined 6.3 million km.

August was the scheme’s busiest month yet, recording 333,015 hires, while a new daily record of 13,332 hires was set in late September.

Usage is now 780% higher than under the previous operator, highlighting the growing popularity of Voi cycle hire in Glasgow.

More than 260 hire stations serve the city, with an average of around 900 e-bikes available each day.

The typical journey covers 3.1 kilometres and takes 16 minutes.

Cllr Angus Millar, City Convener for Transport and Climate said: “Two million hires in less than a year is a remarkable milestone and shows that cycle hire is becoming an increasingly important part of everyday travel in Glasgow.

“As we build safe, protected active travel infrastructure and extend initiatives such as the cycle hire scheme, more and more Glaswegians are choosing the bike to get about Glasgow.

“Whether travelling to work, connecting with public transport, visiting local businesses or simply travelling across the city, the bikes are giving people more choice in how they make everyday journeys - offering a practical and sustainable option that is evidently becoming part of many people’s daily routines.”

Harry Foskin, Senior Public Policy Manager at Voi Technology, said: “Two million hires in less than a year is a brilliant milestone for Glasgow. The second million came in just three months, which really shows how quickly people have made e-bikes part of how they get around the city. A big thank you to everyone who’s ridden with us, and to Glasgow City Council for being such a great partner. We’re excited to keep growing the scheme together.”