A report from the Atlanta Regional Commission showed that 579 residents redeemed rebates through the city of Atlanta’s E-bike Rebate Program, and most recipients are riding often and driving less.
The city launched the first-of-its-kind program in metro Atlanta to remove financial barriers to e-bike ownership, reduce transportation costs, and promote a shift from car-dependent travel. It was funded by $1 million from the Atlanta City Council and was administered by ARC.
Roughly 11,065 Atlanta residents applied for a rebate, about 2% of the city’s population. Applications were received from nearly every city neighborhood. Rebate recipients are driving less and riding frequently. Those surveyed said they have reduced their driving frequency to work or school by about 40%, and nearly three-quarters (74%) are riding their e-bikes at least two days per week.
“The E-bike Rebate Program delivered on its promise to expand access to affordable and sustainable transportation options,” Atlanta Mayor and ARC Board Chairman Andre Dickens said in a release. “The recipients truly reflect our community. They include students looking for cost-effective rides to class, parents juggling kids and a job, and older adults seeking recreation and community. We look forward to seeing them roll around Atlanta as they embrace bike travel in their daily routines.”
Income-qualified residents were eligible for a $1,500 rebate for a standard e-bike and $2,000 for a cargo e-bike. Rebates for other residents were $500 for a standard e-bike and $1,000 for a cargo e-bike.
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