Over the past few years, instant grocery delivery has skyrocketed. And with it, the number of e-bikes used to rush food around cities. Adding fleets of fast-moving bikes to already crowded streets can lead to dangerous traffic situations, even in famously cyclist-friendly countries like the Netherlands.
To help avoid accidents and injuries to both its delivery people and other cyclists and pedestrians, flash-delivery pioneer Getir partnered with Veilig Verkeer Nederland (the Dutch association for road safety) to develop traffic lessons for Getir's riders in the Netherlands.
The mandatory sessions launched in Q4 2022. After covering basic traffic rules and regulations, the training moves to on-street training that focuses on 'defensive cycling' and anticipating unexpected moves by other road users. Classes are taught by Getir's Safety Manager.
