The City of El Paso has officially launched “Pedal EP,” a new bike-share program that places 500 electric-assist bicycles at 60 docking stations across the city, aiming to provide affordable, eco-friendly transportation and better connect the city’s diverse neighborhoods.
The program, developed in partnership with a national bike-share operator, represents a $4.2 million investment funded through a combination of federal transportation grants and city capital improvement funds. Stations are concentrated along major corridors including Mesa Street, Montana Avenue, and the downtown core, with additional locations near UTEP, the medical center, and several transit hubs.
“El Paso is a city that’s been built around the car, and we want to give people more options,” said Mayor Oscar Leeser at the launch event. “Pedal EP makes it easy and affordable to get around without always reaching for your keys.”
Riders can access bikes through a smartphone app or at kiosk terminals at each station. Single rides cost $1.50 for 30 minutes, while monthly memberships are available for $15 with unlimited 45-minute rides. Low-income residents can qualify for a discounted rate of $5 per month.
City planners designed the station network to complement El Paso’s growing system of bike lanes and multi-use paths, including the popular Paso del Norte Trail along the Rio Grande. The electric-assist feature is expected to be particularly appealing given the city’s hilly terrain.
“I’ve been wanting something like this for years,” said UTEP student Carlos Mendoza, who was among the first riders on launch day. “The electric assist makes it totally doable to get from campus to downtown without showing up drenched in sweat.”
The city plans to evaluate ridership data over the first six months and potentially expand the program to additional neighborhoods, including the Mission Valley and the Lower Valley, by early 2027.
