- WASHINGTON, Oct. 10, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- ofo, the world's first and largest station-free bike sharing company, announces its launch in Washington, D.C. today.

"We have seen great engagement with our bicycles in the U.S. so far and are thrilled to bring ofo to Washington, D.C.," said Dai Wei, founder and CEO. "As we continue to expand to new regions, more and more cities show great interest in ofo because of its convenience, positive environmental impact and health benefits. We look forward to bringing ofo to more cities across the U.S. soon."

ofo will deploy 400 of its bright yellow bikes over the course of its first week. In accordance with the city's pilot policy, ofo bicycles will be rolling out in every ward, including high-traffic areas like Foggy Bottom, Farragut Square, Dupont Circle, Chinatown and Union Station. Users can download the ofo app to find nearby bikes and scan the QR code located on either the frame or smart lock to unlock them. Once a trip is completed, users will be charged a fee of $1 for each hour ridden.

Rides throughout the city are free until October 22nd, with additional promotions taking place throughout the coming months. As in all other cities where it operates, ofo will have local, on-the-ground maintenance and management staff to assist with bike parking and repairs.

"Washington, D.C. is a great candidate for station-free bike sharing," said Grace Lin, vice president of ofo U.S. "We are happy to improve access and transportation options for the high number of residents, commuters and visitors who prefer not to or cannot rely on driving, taxis or public transportation to get where they are going."

Founded in 2014, ofo pioneered the concept of station-free bike-sharing. Today it operates in over 180 cities across 15 countries and generates more than 25 million daily transactions. Washington, D.C. marks ofo's fourth official city in the United States, in addition to Seattle, Washington; Worcester, Massachusetts; and Revere, Massachusetts. ofo will be launching in Aurora, Colorado and additional cities in Massachusetts within the month.

ABOUT OFO

Founded in 2014, ofo is the world's largest station-free bicycle-sharing platform. ofo was created for sharing and aims to unlock every corner of the world by making bikes accessible to everyone. To date, ofo has connected users to more than 10 million bikes in over 180 cities across 15 countries, generated more than 25 million daily transactions and has provided over 200 million global users with 4 billion efficient, convenient and green rides. ofo partnered with the UN Development Programme in April to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, and launched a partnership with Rihanna's Clara Lionel Foundation in August, in which ofo donate bicycles to girls living in Malawi in need of a safe way to get to school. To learn more, visit www.ofo.com.

MEDIA CONTACTS

U.S. Contact

Hannah BuzickyMobile: (212) 819-4879Email: media@ofo.com 

Global Headquarters

Angela CaiMobile: +86 138 1063 8166Email: caimuyuan@ofo.com 

Hilary ShiMobile: +86 136 9336 7685Email: shiyingchang@ofo.com 

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