Lime e-bikes scheme expands into the Black Country

The West Midlands is ‘embracing’ the arrival of shared e-bikes as the Lime rental scheme is set to launch in the Black Country.

Following a successful first couple of months, Lime will expand the service into Sandwell and Wolverhampton, bringing shared and carbon-free transport to more communities across the region from June 1, 2026.

The expansion comes as the West Midlands Combined Authority continues to invest in cycling and walking infrastructure across the region to support greener and healthier journeys.

Tom Newham, Senior Manager of Public Affairs for Lime UK&I, said: “It’s been fantastic to see so many people across the West Midlands embrace Lime during the first few months of the scheme.

“We’ve seen riders quickly make shared e-bikes part of their everyday routines, whether that’s commuting, connecting to public transport, meeting friends or travelling around the city centre.

“As we expand into the Black Country we’re excited to bring the benefits of shared and affordable transport to even more communities across the region and continue working closely with local partners to support active travel.”

Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands, added “Lime’s new e-bikes have already proven a hit in Birmingham, Coventry and Solihull and I’m sure they will be just as successful in Sandwell and Wolverhampton.

“These new bikes with e-powered pedalling open up active travel to even more people, especially those who thought their cycling days were behind them.

“Alongside our ongoing investment in safer cycle routes, this will help people choose cycling as an affordable, cleaner and greener way to get around our towns and cities.”