Manhattan, Brooklyn Getting New E-Bike Charging Dock Locations, DOT Says

NEW YORK CITY — The New York City Department of Transportation plans to expand the electrified Citi Bike charging station networks, with 13 new locations set to be up and running this spring.

The 13 new locations will be across Manhattan and Brooklyn. Electric grid-connected stations allow Citi Bike e-bikes to charge on-site while docked, rather than requiring batteries to be manually swapped out by staff in vehicles, officials said.

NYC DOT along with Lyft are expanding the charging station network to meet rising demand and support the continued growth of electric Citi Bike ridership, which surpassed 29 million e-bike trips in 2024.

The expansion builds upon the two equipment test stations installed last spring.

“The demand for Citi Bike e-bikes has never been higher, and we are proud to deliver new infrastructure that meets the needs ofriders,” NYC DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said.“Expanding our network of charging stations means riders will have better access to fully charged bikes, with fewer delays and faster service. This expansion is critical to supporting Citi Bike’s growth and making cycling an even more reliable option for New Yorkers.”

Newly Activated Charging Stations:

Manhattan

• Amsterdam Avenue and West 116 Street
• Clinton Street and Grand Street
• York Avenue and East 72nd Street
• First Avenue and East 14th Street
• Kenmare Street and Elizabeth Street
• Amsterdam Ave and West 66th Street
• Eleventh Avenue and West 59th Street
• Broadway and West 92nd Street
• First Avenue and East 30th Street
• Sixth Avenue and West 42nd Street Ave

Brooklyn

• Graham Avenue and Grand Street
• Metropolitan Avenue and Bedford Avenue
• Clinton Street and Tillary Street

Existing electrified station locations:

• Ninth Avenue and 35th Street, Manhattan
• Meserole Avenue and Manhattan Avenue, Brooklyn

“With Citi Bike e-bike ridership continuing to break records, this investment will directly benefit riders by increasing availability of the Citi Bike e-bike that New Yorkers know and love. This infrastructure furthers Lyft’s commitment to providing convenient and sustainable transportation options throughout the city," Caroline Samponaro, Head of External Affairs for Lyft Urban Solutions, said.