About Bolt
Bolt is a global mobility platform with ride-hailing, scooter and e-bike rentals, car-sharing, and food delivery services in over 50 countries and 850 cities.
Bolt’s services
From ride-hailing to scooters and food delivery, Bolt’s services are built to reduce car dependency in over 850 cities worldwide.
Ride-hailing
Ride-hailing is Bolt's core service. The platform connects passengers with registered driver partners across 50 countries.
It offers a convenient, reliable transport option and improves connectivity within cities. Bolt offers a range of vehicle categories — from premium to affordable — to make the service accessible to all while providing a market-leading experience for driver partners.
Car-sharing
Bolt Drive lets users rent a car via the app, unlock it with a phone, and pay for the time and distance driven.
This service offers the flexibility needed for longer journeys without the costs of car ownership. Bolt operates across 7 markets using both Bolt-owned and third-party vehicles.
Micromobility
E-bike and scooter rentals are growing transport options in urban areas.
There are over 250,000 vehicles available for hire across 30 countries. Micromobility services provide strong first- and last-mile connections to public transport.
Delivery
Delivery services include Bolt Food, which matches customers with couriers to deliver from 50,000+ restaurants, and Bolt Market, which offers fast grocery delivery from both Bolt-operated and third-party stores.
These services are active in 16 countries across Europe and Africa
Autonomous vehicles
Bolt is testing self-driving technology in partnership with Pony.ai to explore how autonomous ride-hailing could support safe and affordable transport in the future.
The pilot starts in Europe, with plans to expand in the coming years.
History
Bolt was founded in 2013 in Estonia, when 19-year-old Markus Villig set out to fix Tallinn’s broken taxi system. With €5,000 borrowed from his parents, he recruited 50 drivers and built the first version of the app. His brother Martin Villig and co-founder Oliver Leisalu later joined him to grow Bolt into the global platform it is today.
2013
Bolt was founded in Estonia by Markus Villig. His brother Martin Villig and Oliver Leisalu joined soon after.
2018
Raised investment from Daimler, reaching a valuation of over €1B. Launched an electric scooter service — the first ride-hailing company to do so.
2019
Launched Bolt Food, expanding the platform beyond transport for the first time.
2021
Launched Bolt Drive car-sharing and Bolt Market grocery delivery.
2024
Expanded global operations to cover over 850 cities in 50+ countries.
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Bolt Flex: In Their Own Words
Real stories from driver partners using the Bolt platform
Enjoy a more flexible way to travel with Bolt Flex
With Bolt Flex, you can choose your own price and adjust your fare in seconds. Pay a little extra to increase your chances of getting a ride faster, or find a good deal — your ride, your call.
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New Bolt data shows nights out are rising across the UK, yet pubs continue to close. Explore the changing habits reshaping Britain's nightlife.
Bolt expands e-bike fleet across London ahead of planned transport strikes
Bolt is expanding its e-bike service to Westminster and Hammersmith & Fulham, offering more Londoners a reliable alternative. We’re rolling out this service just before planned tube and bus strikes in April, May, and June, so riders can rely on us during major disruptions.
Meet Bolt Flex: Choose how you earn with Bolt
We’ll be gradually rolling out a new set of features in the Bolt Driver app. This update gives UK driver partners the unique ability to create different profiles, choose how they earn, select the benefits that suit them best, and access new features that offer greater flexibility and autonomy.
Riding is the new driving
Owning a car means paying for it even when it's parked. With Bolt, you only pay when you move, without the costs and responsibilities that come with ownership. Whether you're riding or renting, you can get where you need to go without the hassle of driving and maintaining a car. That's why millions are choosing riding over driving.
Ride-hailing
While others are strangling their steering wheels, you’re stretching out in the backseat. Relaxed, productive, or doing nothing at all.
Why waste time when you can ride?
The average driver in London wastes 101 hours a year in traffic. In Paris, it’s 97. In Dublin, 81, and in Warsaw, 70*.
Inrix, 2024 Global Traffic Scorecard
Scooters
While others are growing old in rush-hour, you’re breezing past and enjoying the fresh air. Fast, free, and in control.
Why stress when you can ride?
54% of drivers swear at each other, 46% honk excessively, and 31% tailgate those who annoy them*.
Statista, Incivility of driving offenses by Europeans
E-bikes
While others are yelling at their dashboard, you’re cruising through the city with a smile on your face. No sweat, no noise, no stress.
Why pay when you can save?
The average monthly cost of leasing and operating a car is around €1,090*. That’s €13,080 per year that you could be spending on something else.
Ayvens’ 2025 Car Cost Index
Car-sharing
While others are trying to fix their serpentine belt for the third time this year, you rent a car whenever you need it. No maintenance, no bills, no hassle.
Ride-hailing
While others are strangling their steering wheels, you’re stretching out in the backseat. Relaxed, productive, or doing nothing at all.
Why waste time when you can ride?
The average driver in London wastes 101 hours a year in traffic. In Paris, it’s 97. In Dublin, 81, and in Warsaw, 70*.
Inrix, 2024 Global Traffic ScorecardScooters
While others are growing old in rush-hour, you’re breezing past and enjoying the fresh air. Fast, free, and in control.
Why stress when you can ride?
54% of drivers swear at each other, 46% honk excessively, and 31% tailgate those who annoy them*.
Statista, Incivility of driving offenses by EuropeansE-bikes
While others are yelling at their dashboard, you’re cruising through the city with a smile on your face. No sweat, no noise, no stress.
Why pay when you can save?
The average monthly cost of leasing and operating a car is around €1,090*. That’s €13,080 per year that you could be spending on something else.
Ayvens’ 2025 Car Cost IndexCar-sharing
While others are trying to fix their serpentine belt for the third time this year, you rent a car whenever you need it. No maintenance, no bills, no hassle.
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