College Park opts to continue contract with VeoRide despite concerns Some questioned VeoRide’s ability to respond when devices violate the forced parking mechanism and limit accessibility in the city. Eden Binder November 16, 2023
Students with disabilities express concerns about micromobility parking habits There are currently more than 1,800 e-bikes and e-scooters registered with this university’s Department of Transportation Services. Bridget Byrne November 10, 2023
UMD DOTS leads bike, e-scooter tours around campus to promote safe riding practices On the tours, DOTS requires participants to wear a helmet and travel on roads and trails around campus to avoid sidewalks. Bridget Byrne October 27, 2023
UMD students advocate for more e-scooter charging options The goal is to find an outdoor charging solution that is not a fire hazard, won’t damage the scooters and will prevent scooter and charger theft, Quentin Hoglund said. Bridget Byrne October 19, 2023
Safer scooters and drivers increase campus safety. The Veo curfew does not. Veo scooters lack many safety features students should have access to. Ravi Panguluri October 16, 2023
UMD students express safety concerns about on-campus VeoRide curfew On campus, the rideshare e-scooters and e-bikes are not operational from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Bridget Byrne October 11, 2023
UMD students question micromobility policies on campus Students are frustrated by this university’s failure to address persistent complaints about micromobility infrastructure on campus. Bridget Byrne October 10, 2023
Less food waste, bike lane advocacy among UMD SGA’s sustainability priorities SGA members said they are looking to decrease carbon footprints at this university. Lillian Glaros September 11, 2023
UMD DOTS to require registration for e-bikes and e-scooters By Oct. 2, all privately-owned electric scooters and bicycles must be registered with DOTS or owners may see consequences, such as fines and booting. Savannah Grooms July 18, 2023