Lockdowns across Europe were not great for scooter startups. Usage plummeted as tourists disappeared from city centres, locals stayed in their houses and even workers who were venturing out were concerned about just how hygienic shared transport really is.
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Scooter app downloads from Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark. Source: App Annie. Mmpe exkewint
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