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Freebee & the DDA's Free Electric Rides Now Cover Downtown Miami, Brickell, and Edgewater.

Freebee & the DDA's Free Electric Rides Now Cover Downtown Miami, Brickell, and Edgewater.

Miami just got a whole lot easier to get around. In partnership with the Downtown Development Authority (DDA), Freebee is officially expanding its free, on-demand electric ride service to cover one of the largest zones in our history — connecting Downtown Miami, Brickell, and Edgewater into a single, seamless service area. And the timing couldn't be better: we're launching right as Miami Music Week brings thousands of visitors, music lovers, and locals out into the streets. Whether you're hopp

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Seminole Scout Ridership Continues to Climb

Seminole Scout Ridership Continues to Climb

Ridership across Seminole County’s Scout service continues to grow month after month. The latest data shows steady increases in both completed rides and total passengers, highlighting strong community adoption and repeat usage of the low-cost transportation option. To meet this rising demand, the fleet expanded in January with the addition of seven new vehicles, bringing the total number of cars on the road to 42. This growth helps reduce wait times, improve service reliability, and expand cove

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Holly Springs Hopper Takes Off

Holly Springs Hopper Takes Off

Holly Springs has officially launched its Holly Springs Hopper — an affordable, on-demand ride-sharing service powered by Freebee that gives residents a flexible way to get around town. Launched on January 5, the Hopper offers door-to-door rides anywhere within the town limits and the surrounding planning area, up to approximately seven miles per trip. Operating Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., the service can be requested with just a few taps in the Ride Freebee App or by phone — a

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Freebee 2025 Wrapped

2025 Was a Record-Breaking Year for Freebee 2025 marked our biggest year ever. With 1.94 million passengers served, communities across the country continued to rely on Freebee for safe, sustainable, and convenient transportation. Year-over-year ridership climbed steadily, reflecting the growing demand for free, eco-friendly mobility in downtowns, neighborhoods, campuses, and tourism districts nationwide. Every ride represents another connection made, and another step toward reducing congestion

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Freebee is bringing some color to Wynwood

Freebee is bringing some color to Wynwood

Full circle moment, Freebee is back in Wynwood — the neighborhood where we first put down roots over 10 years ago. Thanks to the Wynwood Business Improvement District (BID) — our fleet of all-electric VW ID. Buzz vehicles is connecting the community with free, eco-friendly rides once again. Here’s to the future of sustainable mobility, right where it all began. For more information visit: https://ridefreebee.com/service-areas/wynwood-bid

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Seminole County Prepares to Launch “Scout,” a New Era of Transit with Freebee

Seminole County Prepares to Launch “Scout,” a New Era of Transit with Freebee

Seminole County, FL — Big changes are on the way for public transit in Seminole County. This October, the county will roll out Scout, a new on-demand transportation system powered by Freebee, designed to bring residents faster, more reliable, and more flexible ways of getting around. Scout will replace existing LYNX bus routes with a fleet of 35 Freebee vehicles that will operate seven days a week, from the early morning through the evening. The service divides the county into five zones, with

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Freebee to Become Seminole County’s New Public Transit Provider

Freebee to Become Seminole County’s New Public Transit Provider

Big news for Central Florida: Freebee is officially expanding into Seminole County, taking the wheel from LYNX to provide residents with a fresh, sustainable alternative to public transportation. Following a unanimous vote by Seminole County commissioners, Freebee will replace the county’s previous fixed-route bus service, LYNX Link 62, with an on-demand ride service that better meets the needs of modern riders. The new transit model will begin in October 2025, offering point-to-point transport

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City of Plantation and Freebee Celebrate Launch of Free, On-Demand Electric Transportation in Midtown District

City of Plantation and Freebee Celebrate Launch of Free, On-Demand Electric Transportation in Midtown District

The City of Plantation, in partnership with Freebee, proudly announces the official launch of a new, free, on-demand public transportation service within the Midtown Development District, powered entirely by a fleet of 100% electric vehicles. The service will go live on Monday, July 1, 2025, representing a major milestone in the City’s commitment to sustainable, accessible, and community-centered mobility solutions. The service, available through the “Ride Freebee” mobile app, offers residents,

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Freebee Rolls into Allapattah: On-Demand, Eco-Friendly Rides Now Available

Freebee Rolls into Allapattah: On-Demand, Eco-Friendly Rides Now Available

Allapattah, FL — Freebee’s electric, on-demand ride service is now running in Allapattah, offering residents modern mobility within Miami’s District 1. Available Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., and weekends from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., the service provides free, convenient door-to-door transportation tailored for the community. Celebrating the launch, Commissioner Miguel Angel Gabela expressed pride in the initiative, noting how it brings “modern, equitable access”

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Freebee Expands Service Across the River into Palmetto

Freebee Expands Service Across the River into Palmetto

Freebee has officially expanded its eco-friendly, on-demand ride service into Palmetto, marking a major milestone in connecting the communities of northern Manatee County. Building on the success of Freebee’s launch in downtown Bradenton in 2024, the new Palmetto zone brings seamless, app-based transportation to even more residents, visitors, and businesses. The service is completely free to riders and operates within the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) districts on both sides of the Manat

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Freebee Rolls into Opa-Locka—A New Chapter in Free, On-Demand Mobility

Freebee Rolls into Opa-Locka—A New Chapter in Free, On-Demand Mobility

Opa-Locka, FL — The City of Opa-Locka officially welcomed Freebee Opa-Locka on March 14, 2025, introducing residents to a new era of free, on-demand, and eco-friendly transportation. Local leaders, including the Mayor and City Commissioners, joined the community in celebrating the launch, underscoring the city’s commitment to accessibility, innovation, and sustainability. With Freebee, riders can request a ride anywhere within city limits through the Freebee mobile app and be picked up by one o

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Freebee Cares - Volunteering with Feeding South Florida

Freebee Cares - Volunteering with Feeding South Florida

The Freebee team was proud to continue our company tradition of volunteering with Feeding South Florida this holiday season. Over the course of two days, we sorted 21,100 pounds of food, creating 23,000 meals to help families in our community. Food insecurity knows no boundaries, especially during the holidays. Whether it’s delivering free, sustainable transportation or packing meals to support our neighbors, Freebee is committed to strengthening community connections and driving meaningful ch

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