Urban transportation is evolving rapidly with advancements in micro-mobility, driven by sustainable infrastructure, Internet of Things (IoT) applications, and compact electric vehicles. Entrepreneurs leverage these innovations to create new transportation solutions while navigating complex regulatory landscapes. A recent study conducts a comprehensive literature review to identify opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship within micro-mobility. It examines how technology is transforming micro-mobility through smart, app-based solutions, IoT connectivity, and advancements in battery technology.
Micro-mobility offers a unique theoretical framework for exploring intricate issues such as social impact and sustainable business models. Technological integration, innovative approaches, and entrepreneurial efforts in micro-mobility solutions have the potential to significantly reshape urban transportation. These solutions play an essential role in promoting sustainability, and analyzing their implications aids the development of practical strategies for entrepreneurs and policymakers while contributing to academic research.
The research highlights the need for sustained investment in innovative micro-mobility technologies—such as IoT-enabled GPS, sensors, and other digital advancements—to improve efficiency, user experience, and safety. Micro-mobility firms should work within regulatory frameworks while also seeking opportunities to influence and adopt policies to support the development of safe, effective solutions across diverse regions. Firms should expand their offerings to include various two-wheel options, such as electric bikes, e-scooters, and pedal-assist bikes, to meet consumer demand and support sustainability goals.
Micro-mobility companies are encouraged to integrate sustainable practices into their operations to promote environmental responsibility, optimizing resource use to minimize natural resource depletion. These efforts align with achieving the objectives of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG). Battery recycling and reuse within a circular economy framework are essential for sustainability, as is increasing customer awareness of safety through helmet-sharing initiatives.
Expanding the reach of micro-mobility solutions by partnering with government entities can facilitate innovation in public transportation. Policymakers should support this collaboration by creating favorable regulatory environments prioritizing sustainability, safety, user convenience, and customer satisfaction. While micro-mobility solutions have become popular in urban areas, rural adoption remains limited. Rural entrepreneurs could benefit from integrating information and communication technology (ICT) into community transportation solutions. Policymakers are urged to incentivize micro-mobility expansion in rural areas, providing subsidies, tax incentives, and funding for product development, marketing, and infrastructure improvement.
Current challenges, such as limited bike lanes, parking, and charging infrastructure, require government collaboration with private companies. These partnerships will help address infrastructure gaps, enhancing accessibility and acceptance of micro-mobility solutions. Public awareness campaigns focused on safe driving and adherence to traffic rules can also encourage responsible usage. Regular dialogue between government and micro-mobility enterprises will support policy development, urban planning, and traffic management.
Implementing these recommendations and strategies will drive the sustainable adoption of micro-mobility solutions. Strong collaboration between policymakers and firms can foster a transportation landscape defined by clear, consistent, and innovative policies—paving the way toward a sustainable urban mobility future.