Bird Offers Free Election Day Scooter Rides to Ease Poll Traffic
Ahead of the October 27, 2026 elections, Bird scooter company offers voters two free rides with promo code VOTE_IL to ease election day traffic and parking congestion.
As the October 27, 2026 Knesset elections approach, Israel's political landscape is sharply divided, with polls showing a tight race between Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc and Gadi Eisenkot's camp. Amidst this tense atmosphere, commercial entities are rolling out initiatives to facilitate voter turnout during the official election day shutdown.
Micro-Mobility Solutions for Election Day
Shared scooter company Bird has announced a special initiative under the banner "Round Trip to the Polls." On election day itself, the company will offer all users two free rides of up to 10 minutes each, aimed at simplifying the commute to polling stations while bypassing heavy traffic and parking congestion.
"We want to make the journey to the ballot box as accessible and green as possible for every voter across the country," noted representatives from the company.
How to Claim the Ride Promo
To utilize the promotion, users must enter the dedicated promo code VOTE_IL in the Bird application. The code covers the unlock fee and the first 10 minutes of riding, translating to a discount of up to 17 shekels in each direction.
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Enter VOTE_IL in the app on election day.
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The promo is valid for a two-hour window once activated.
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Rides exceeding 10 minutes will be billed at standard rates starting from the 11th minute.
Additionally, new users can utilize the code NEW_IL to receive five free unlocks through November 15, 2026, making urban transit more affordable well beyond the election cycle.
