The first batch of shared bikes have been put into use in downtown Suzhou after a launching event held last Saturday.
Suzhou urban management departments allow Hellobike and Meituan to offer their bike sharing service across the city. The two companies plan to distribute a total of 68,000 shared bikes in the city proper.
Some of the original parking for non-motor vehicles is used as the parking space for shared bikes. Users can park the bikes inside the areas with signs, or look up these areas via their smart phones.
How to use?
1. Fee
RMB1.5 yuan/30 minutes
You can also apply for monthly card, season card and annual card according to your needs.
2. Procedures for renting and returning
(1) Real-name authentication
Complete real-name authentication via Meituan (美团) app, Hellobike (哈啰出行) app, WeChat or Alipay.
(2) Unlock bike
Scan the QR code on the front of the bike via Meituan, Hellobike or the mini program on WeChat or Alipay.
Hellobike
Meituan
(3) Return bike
Tap “我要还车” (Return Bike) on Meituan, Hellobike or the mini program on WeChat or Alipay.
Hellobike
Meituan
3. Parking area checking
Tap “确认还车” (Confirm) if the bike is in the designated parking area. If not, you can search for the parking spot nearby through the system.
Hellobike
Meituan
Public bikes appeared in Suzhou in 2010. As of now, there are nearly 100,000 public bikes downtown. With the newly launched shared bikes, residents will find it more convenient to travel around the city.
