Augsburg: Pioneering a New Era of Bike-Sharing

Since 2012, Augsburg has been a trailblazer in cycling, consistently investing in bicycle infrastructure to make the city a haven for cyclists. Certified as a bicycle-friendly city by the Bavarian State Ministry of the Interior, Augsburg has laid the groundwork for a true transformation. By integrating the new bike-sharing system, Augsburg isn’t just adding convenience—it’s shaping the future of urban mobility. The goal? To massively increase cycling’s share in daily commutes, whether for quick trips across town or in combination with other forms of transport, all while dramatically reducing CO2 emissions by 55% by 2030.

Fifteen: Flexibility, Sustainability, and Ambition

Replacing an outdated mechanical bike fleet, Fifteen introduces a game-changing, future-proof bike-sharing solution. With 1,000 European-made, high-quality bicycles available across 700 stations, users now enjoy the ultimate freedom to move around the city with ease and flexibility. The fleet offers both mechanical and electric bikes, each connected through a single app for a seamless experience.

Fifteen’s Bold Entry into the German Market

Data-Driven Future

Beyond simply providing bikes, Fifteen is helping Augsburg plan smarter, safer streets. With user consent, anonymized data from the bike-sharing network will be harnessed to improve cycling infrastructure—mapping out popular routes, assessing bike lane conditions, and alerting the city to potential hazards. Over time, this partnership promises to boost safety for cyclists and further integrate the bike-sharing network with public transport.

A Fleet Built for the Future

Our mechanical bike is the result of 15 years' bike-sharing experience. It features the traditional easy-handling and robustness of a shared bike, but is equipped with the latest IoT - making for a clever, economical bike-sharing option, and a great complement to electric bikes.

In Augsburg, it is combined with the market-leading Fusion electric bike. With a carefully crafted common identity extending from the basket to the rear mudguard, the service is highly recognizable.

Fifteen’s Fusion model leads the fleet—a lightweight electric bike designed for urban journeys, with a low frame, a 5-litre basket for essentials, and smart features like an automatic torque sensor and RFID technology for easy unlocking. Safety is top priority with an integrated alarm, engine lock, and GPS tracking, while onboard sensors monitor speed, stop times, and vibrations, giving cities valuable insights to improve infrastructure.