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Another unique transportation option has been approved by the City of Kelowna.
On Thursday, active transportation manager Matt Worona confirmed that Loop has been awarded a permit to deploy 25 electric mopeds in the city.
“Kelowna is the first city in Canada to permit a company to deliver shared e-mopeds services,” said Worona.
“Other North American cities that allow shared e-mopeds include New York, Washington, D.C., San Francisco and Austin.”
Unlike Kelowna’s controversial e-scooter service, the electronic mopeds are allowed on roads in BC.
However, the small vehicles are not permitted on bike lanes and pathways.
Riders will also be required to wear a helmet, stored in a locked compartment in the rear of each vehicle, and hold a Class 5 license.
The company is permitted to deploy its fleet of 25 e-mopeds at any time, but no specific date has been announced.
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