RIDE operates a shared scooter mobility platform in Australia that utilizes GPS and IoT technology for real-time tracking and fleet management of electric scooters. This service provides a convenient and eco-friendly transportation option, reducing urban traffic congestion and lowering emissions from traditional vehicles.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional combustion engine vehicles contribute significantly to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, particularly in urban environments. Fleet operators and municipalities face increasing pressure to adopt sustainable transportation solutions to meet environmental regulations and reduce their carbon footprint. The upfront cost and infrastructure requirements for electric vehicle (EV) adoption can also be a barrier.
Solution
RIDE provides end-to-end zero-emission transportation solutions, specializing in the design, manufacturing, and deployment of heavy-duty electric vehicles. Their product line includes school buses, transit buses, coach buses, trucks, and e-chassis, all powered by Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery technology. RIDE also offers comprehensive energy solutions, including battery systems and charging infrastructure, as well as financing and fleet management services. By providing a complete ecosystem of electric vehicles and related services, RIDE enables fleet operators to transition to sustainable transportation while ensuring reliability, safety, and long-term cost savings.
Target Audience
RIDE's primary customers include school districts, municipalities, transit agencies, universities, corporate campuses, and fleet operators seeking to electrify their transportation systems and reduce emissions.
Features
- Full line of electric vehicles: school buses (Type A, C, and D), transit buses, coach buses, trucks (Class 6 and 8), and e-chassis
- Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery technology offering long life (over 10,000 cycles with 70% capacity retention), environmental safety (no heavy metals), and operational safety across a wide temperature range (-40°F to 140°F)
- Customizable e-chassis platform (RC-S4) for specialized EV applications
- RIDE Eco services including charging infrastructure, financing options, and fleet energy management
- SkyRail & SkyShuttle options for high-capacity, high-speed transportation
- Industry-leading warranty on battery systems (12-year warranty)