Smart Bike Locks Hit The Streets Of Detroit

On this episode of Daily Detroit, host Jer talks with Mike Burton, co-founder and CEO of Lockstop, to discuss an innovative solution for bike security now available in Detroit.

Learn how this technology is making cycling more accessible and secure in Corktown's Transportation Innovation Zone, and how data from bike locks could help shape the future of urban mobility.

Episode highlights

• Lockstop's Innovation: A retrofit bike locking system that provides both security and valuable mobility data
• Detroit Deployment: 25 Lockstop devices installed throughout Corktown, focusing on Michigan Central and key amenities
• Transportation Innovation Zone: How Corktown serves as a testing ground for mobility startups
• Data-Driven Insights: Understanding cyclist demographics and patterns to improve urban planning
• The Goal: Getting more "booties on bikes" by making cycling a viable transportation option

What to know

• Half of daily car trips in the US are within three miles — the perfect cycling distance
• Detroit has grown 25% on the "People for Bikes" score and has more than 400 miles of trails
• Lockstop devices are strategically placed near coffee shops, restaurants, and workplaces along Michigan Avenue
• The Lockstop app (available on iOS and Android) helps cyclists locate devices and secure their bikes

Guest

Mike Burton - Co-founder and CEO of Lockstop

Links & Resources

• Download the Lockstop app: https://www.lockstop.co/
• Visit Corktown and Michigan Central to try Lockstop devices
• Contact Daily Detroit: dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com

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