Micromobility operator Voi has released its newest generation e-scooter, the Voiager 5 (V5), with a focus on safety, circularity, inclusion, and rider experience.
Voi has conducted analysis of repair cycles and quality assurance checks to enable the new design, with the aim of setting a new industry benchmark for durability. The V5 is Voi’s most circular vehicle yet, with components that are easier to repair and reuse, plus more than double the number of recycled materials.
According to the e-scooter operator, the commitment to sustainable design and manufacturing in the V5 is a boost to its Circular Vehicle Programme and integral to the goal to become carbon positive by 2030.
Fredrik Hjelm, CEO and co-founder of Voi, said: “Sustainability and safety are founding pillars at Voi. The future of micromobility is to design fully circular and low carbon vehicles. We have set this as our target by 2025 and the Voiager 5 is a huge step in this direction.
“We have more than doubled recycled materials used, ensured full repairability and improved the durability of each component. The V5 will set a new benchmark for sustainable vehicle production.”
Furthermore, the V5 has a larger front wheel and increased tire tread depth for improved safety, along with greater shock absorption for smooth rides even on rough surfaces.
The height increase between the road and the rider prevents the scraping of the footdeck. This means that the wheels can navigate potholes more easily, allowing the rider to travel more smoothly on city roads.
Its brakes are designed to be more durable and sturdy. A reinforced brake cable is now easier to access for mechanics, which reduces the scooter’s time spent in the warehouse for maintenance and increases the fleet availability for riders.
Following engagement with inclusion organisations, Voi has also developed new solutions to ensure the V5 considers a range of mobility needs. This includes a more ergonomic handlebar whereby the brakes, indicator switch and bell are easier to reach, even for those with smaller hands.
There is now also auto-cancelling indicators, preventing riders from having to lower their gaze mid-ride to inactivate them, as well as an updated dashboard design.
Hjelm added: “Traditionally transport services and products are designed by men for men, yet more inclusive vehicles are necessary to make transport better and more accessible to everyone. That’s why it’s been so important to work with so many people and organisations to make the V5 our safest and most inclusive vehicle yet.
“This is something we will continue today as part of our aim to be a company that builds solutions and includes all voices in the service design from end to end to tackle climate change and shape cities for living.”
