Project Zero

The more zero-emission kilometres, the better the cities.

Our ambition

We’re raising the share of zero-emission vehicles on our ride-hailing platform in Europe to 50% by 2030 and 70% in selected markets.

We know from driver feedback that the shift to electric vehicles (EVs) depends on their confidence in accessing and driving them as conveniently as conventional vehicles. That’s why we’re focused on reducing barriers, with one goal in mind: making EVs the better alternative.

Project Zero — Bolt’s zero-emission vehicle strategy

Bolt’s long-term environmental commitment is to become a carbon net-zero company by 2040 ↗. With ride-hailing representing the majority of emissions generated on our platform, increasing the number of zero-emission vehicles is our priority.

The 3 pillars of Project Zero:

Reduce charging barriers
Improve access to zero-emission vehicles and awareness
Grow rider demand for zero-emission vehicles

Project Zero: Pillar 1
Reduce charging barriers

72% of EV drivers say the biggest challenges to driving electric cars are locating available chargers and fast charging costs. *

We work with EV charging network operators that provide 100% renewable electricity to improve public charging accessibility, reduce charging costs, and avoid fuel-related emissions.

We partner with charging solution providers to boost driver access to public and private charging solutions and, thus, reduce the driver's anxiety on battery range.

*(7000 driving partners from UK, PT, FR, NL, NO & SE in 2024)

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Project Zero: Pillar 1<0/>Reduce charging barriers

Driver benefits

Cut operating costs

The lower cost of electricity compared to petrol and diesel and reduced vehicle maintenance costs mean EVs are, on average, more economical to run than conventional vehicles.

Smooth rides

EVs offer a quieter and more comfortable experience. Drivers who made the switch say EVs are easier to drive and maintain.

Better cities

Each EV replacing a combustion engine helps cut carbon pollution. But the real impact depends on the grid’s power mix. To ensure EV drivers can transport passengers emissions-free*, Bolt partners with charging operators that provide 100% renewable electricity.*This refers to well-to-wheel emissions and does not take into account emissions produced during the vehicle manufacturing stage.

City benefits

Efficient urban pollution reduction
The average ride-hailing driver covers up to 5 times the daily mileage of a regular private car driver. Electrifying shared mobility will thus lead to more zero-emission kilometres and less air and noise pollution.
Low-emissions urban transport systems
Ride-hailing and other modes of shared mobility already contribute to public transport systems by bridging gaps in public networks. With electrified shared mobility, cities can offer convenient, affordable, and low-emission transport alternatives for every purpose a private car serves.
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EV co-financing

We are helping fleets access new EVs and improve service quality for riders across major European cities, including Amsterdam, Berlin, Paris, and Oslo.

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