Atlanta is a city of firsts, and this one involving transportation is a big one. Georgia’s largest city has been selected as the first city where the new Lime E-Bike will launch.

“During our initial pilots last year, it was clear that the LimeBike earned the love of our riders, with people returning to them frequently for local travel,” said Joe Kraus, President at Lime. “We’re so excited to take our next step with these vehicles and bring them to more cities this spring. The LimeBike makes strides in offering a convenient and inclusive experience to a wider number of riders, while sacrificing nothing in the joy all Lime vehicles inspire.”

What is LimeBike?

LimeBike is a new e-bike model introduced by Lime, a global leader in shared electric micromobility.

Designed to enhance accessibility and comfort, the LimeBike features a step-through frame for easier mounting and dismounting, wider tires for a smoother ride, and a throttle option for riders who prefer not to pedal constantly.

It targets a broader range of users, including women, older adults, and commuters, aiming to make micromobility more inclusive.

The bike supports longer trips, promotes car-free mobility, and incorporates modular design for easier repairs and sustainability, using swappable batteries shared with other Lime vehicles like the Gen4 fleet.

What Cities Is LimeBike Launching In?

Lime plans to launch more than 10,000 LimeBikes and LimeGliders across nearly a dozen cities in Europe and North America in 2025. Specific cities confirmed for the LimeBike rollout include:

  • North America:
    • Atlanta, Georgia: Selected as the first U.S. city to officially launch LimeBike, with a citywide rollout following a pilot program in 2024. This is supported by Atlanta’s strong micromobility culture and a 62% year-over-year ridership increase.
    • Baltimore, Maryland: One of the first cities worldwide to launch LimeBike, with a fleet of 200 e-bikes deployed in the coming weeks after the announcement on May 30, 2025. Baltimore’s investment in bike lanes and safer streets contributed to this choice.
    • Nashville, Tennessee: Among the world’s first cities to launch LimeBike, with up to 200 e-bikes rolling out over the next few weeks following the June 5, 2025 announcement, aligning with the city’s goals for accessible, equitable transportation.
    • Denver, Colorado: Set to debut the LimeGlider, with potential for LimeBike expansion as part of Lime’s broader 2025 rollout strategy.
    • Austin, Texas: Planned for LimeGlider debut, with LimeBike likely to follow in the wider North American rollout.
    • San Francisco, California: Scheduled for LimeGlider launch, with potential inclusion of LimeBike as part of Lime’s expansion in key U.S. markets.
  • Europe:
    • Turin, Italy: LimeBike is set to roll out, capitalizing on the city’s established cycling culture and infrastructure.
    • Aarhus, Denmark: Targeted for LimeBike deployment, leveraging the region’s bike-friendly environment.
    • Nice, France: Included in the LimeBike rollout, expanding access in a city with a growing micromobility presence.
    • Nyon, Switzerland: Part of the European launch for LimeBike, enhancing sustainable transport options.
    • Zurich, Switzerland: Initially piloting LimeBike, with a wider rollout planned alongside the LimeGlider debut later in 2025.
    • Seattle, Washington: While primarily noted for the LimeGlider launch in mid-August 2025, LimeBike is also expected to see wider availability in cities like Seattle as part of the broader strategy.

Final Word

The LimeBike follows successful pilot programs in 2024, with official launches beginning in spring 2025. Lime’s investment in 2025 includes fleet growth, new technology, and operational improvements to enhance safety, cleanliness, and rider experience.

The exact timeline for each city may vary, with deployments happening over the coming months, starting with initial fleets like the 200 e-bikes in Baltimore and Nashville. Additional cities may be announced as Lime finalizes its expansion plans.

Final Word

E-bikes aside, the city has plenty of nice places to stay and numerous cool things to do.

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