VOICED: Transporte publico a pedal

Quito faces significant smog issues due to its location and high number of motor vehicles. To address this, a new initiative called Bicicule offers a public bicycle transport service, allowing users to travel by bike for a yearly fee. The service, launched in July, currently operates with 425 bicycles across 21 stations. Although the city's bike lanes cover only 28 kilometers, there are plans to expand as the system grows. This initiative mirrors similar systems in cities like Paris and Buenos Aires. Users appreciate the service for reducing congestion and promoting fitness. This is part of Quito's broader 2016 mobility plan, which includes a subway to alleviate traffic.

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