Battery operated. 100% renewable energy.
Thanks to a partnership with Spin, a leading micro-mobility service provider, battery-operated scooters powered by 100% renewable energy will soon be available across Eastern Michigan University's main campus. This new green transportation program advances EMU's long-standing commitment to sustainability. In 2021, Spin achieved carbon neutrality, making it the first micro-mobility company to reach that goal. The partnership advances both institutions’ shared sustainability goals.
Availability
Spin electric scooters are available for rental at marked corrals adjacent to existing bike racks on the EMU campus. Riders must be at least 18 years or older, have a valid driver's license, and download the Spin app for Apple or Android devices.
As part of EMU's commitment to being an inclusive campus, it is important that you position a scooter properly when you complete your ride. To ensure that our campus is accessible to everyone, including individuals with mobility, sight, or other navigation issues, do not leave the scooter in any location that interferes with building access, ramps, sidewalks, or doorways. If you see a scooter on campus that is blocking a ramp, sidewalk, doorway, etc., please call 1-888-249-9698 to request that the scooter be repositioned. If you see a scooter being driven in an unsafe manner, please call the Department of Public Safety at 734-487-1222.
FAQ
What is Spin? Expand dropdownHeadquartered in San Francisco, Spin is a leading micromobility company owned by Tier Mobility. As a trusted and reliable partner, Spin currently operates electric scooters in many cities and universities nationwide. How much will it cost to ride a Spin scooter at Eastern Michigan University? Expand dropdownScooters will cost $1 to unlock and $0.39 per min to ride. How fast will the scooters go? Expand dropdownSpin scooters at Eastern Michigan University will have a top speed of 15 mph. What is the fleet size? Expand dropdownSpin will start with a fleet of 50 scooters and will adjust that number based on demand over the course of the program. What are the hours of operation? Expand dropdownSpin scooters will be available for use 24 hours a day. When will the program launch? Expand dropdownScooters will be available to ride starting on September 19. How do I request relocation or repair of a Spin scooter on campus? Expand dropdownYou may request that a scooter be relocated or repaired by calling 1-888-249-9698. Requests will be quickly triaged and assigned to a local member of the Spin operations team. How long is the partnership between Spin and the university? Expand dropdownSpin will be a micromobility provider for an initial one year pilot. Where will Spin scooters be deployed? Expand dropdownSpin scooters will be deployed in collaboration with EMU administration throughout campus. Where are the No Ride Zones? Expand dropdownMaps of the no ride zones are always visible within the Spin app (available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store). Scooters are not permitted inside any building on campus. How do you start a ride? Expand dropdown