Vandalism Forces Scooter Company Bolt to Leave Košice as Environmental Concerns Mount

Bolt, the ride-sharing company, has withdrawn its electric scooter services from Košice, Slovakia's second-largest city, due to persistent vandalism problems. The company had deployed security measures to protect its scooters but ultimately decided to cease operations in the eastern Slovak city. Antik, another mobility service provider, has also confirmed it will not return its bicycles to Košice streets, suggesting a broader pattern of vandalism affecting shared transportation services in the city. The departures represent a setback for sustainable urban mobility options in Košice, as these services typically offer environmentally friendly alternatives to car transportation.