Frequently Asked Questions

Will the scooter fit in the trunk of my car?

Yes!  The scooter breaks down into 4 pieces without the use of tools and fits in the trunk of most standard cars.

Are the scooters in good condition?

Each “GoSmart Mobility” rental station and its units are fully maintained by a local Freedom Rider franchise and are guaranteed to be clean, charged, and ready and safe for use. These Freedom Rider Technicians are available to repair or replace a unit in the event a customer gets stuck or stranded or experiences a mechanical issue with their unit.

I’m going to a Theme park,  will the scooter last for the whole day?

They will! Do note that this scooter typically run 8-10 miles on a full charge.  That’s continuous use. To ensure your scooter lasts all day, make sure to bring the charger with you and plug in at the parks during pit stops! You can also shut down the unit when doing things like dining or watching presentations. The charger fits into any three-prong outlet.  Additionally, for longer cruising range’s, consider upgrading to one of our Heavy Duty or Extra Large Heavy Duty scooters.

Is this mobility scooter rental the same as medical scooter rental or ECV rental and where can I take them?

Yes, all those terms refer to single-rider, 3-wheel, or 4-wheel electric conveyance vehicles for Guests with mobility needs. They are described as Class 2 Medical Devices. As a result of the ADA Act (Americans with Disabilities Act) which requires business establishments to have handicap accessible ramps, doors, bathrooms and many other Disability accommodations, these Class 2 medical device scooters do not require any special licensing and allow you to have access to basically any business venue with riding conditions approved by the scooter manufacturer. Mobility Scooters, unlike golf carts, for example, are legally allowed to drive on sidewalks, in malls or shopping centers, inside of stores and shops, in fairs, concerts, cruises, Museums, Theme Parks, Movie theaters, and the like.

Will the equipment fit into the trunk of a car?

Transportable scooters can be disassembled and loaded into the trunk of a medium to full-sized car (with the heaviest piece weighing between 35 and 60 pounds).
Standard/Heavy Duty scooters and powerchairs cannot be disassembled and are more suitable to be transported in a minivan or SUV.
If you’re not sure what kind of car to rent to accommodate your scooter rental, please call us at 1-800-306-0133 and we’d be happy to make a recommendation!

When do I recharge the equipment’s batteries?

The battery on your personal transport vehicle requires charging each day – just plug the power cord into a standard outlet at the end of the day and allow it to charge overnight. Some equipment will have a built-in charger, while others will come with a separate off-board charger. Detailed instructions will be clearly posted to ensure you understand how to use the personal transport vehicle you’ve rented, and you can always call us toll-free at 1-800-306-0133 if you have any questions.

How do I pay for the equipment rental?

Freedom Rider accepts payment by major credit cards including Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover.
Due to the international nature of our business, all prices are quoted / billed in US dollars.

I am heavier than the average person. Will the equipment be suitable for my needs?

Yes, because each “GoSmart Mobility” is fully maintained by a local Freedom Rider franchise which has many other scooter rental options including heavy duty units. Many of our locations stock equipment suitable for the needs of heavier customers, where regular equipment would not be suitable. Call us at 1-800-306-0133 and let us know what you need – and we’ll do our best to help!

Who do I call if my equipment breaks down?

Freedom Rider operators can be reached through our toll-free number: 1-800-306-0133.

Does Freedom Rider sell special needs equipment?

Yes! Freedom Rider customers can purchase new mobility equipment at Freedom Rider’s discounted prices. Visit our website at www.MobilityCity.com for details.
For any further assistance, please call us toll-free at 1-800-306-0133 or email sales@Freedom Rider.com for additional details.

I Was Charged Incorrectly

If you believe you were charged in correctly, please create a support ticket with FREEDOM RIDER HOLDINGS, INC. using the app or email support@www.rideFreedom Rider Holdings, Inc..com with information about your ride.

App won’t let me Start/End Ride

If you are encountering an issue ending your ride, it is likely due to one of the following:
• Bluetooth connection error to the Freedom Rider Holdings, Inc.
• Loss of connectivity to the App
• You are trying to end your ride outside the vehicle’s permitted home station – ” The property where you rented the vehicle from”
• Network Error
Troubleshooting steps: To resolve any of these issues, we suggest the following troubleshooting steps:
• Ensure that you are at the vehicle’s permitted home station – ” The property where you rented the vehicle from”
• Turn your wifi on/off
• Try moving the vehicle a few feet to resolve the potential connectivity issue
If you are still unable to end your ride, please reach out to our team through the “Support” button via the app.

I Found a Bug in the App

Troubleshooting Steps:
Should you encounter an issue with your app, we’d ask that you first try the following troubleshooting steps:
• Make sure your app is up to date
• Close out the app and reopen it
• Make sure you wifi is off and your bluetooth is on
If the issue continues to persist, please reach out to our support team  with the following information for assistance:
• Location of the problem
• Explanation of the issue the bug is causing
• Screenshot of the problem
You can contact our team with this information by selecting “Support” in the app and submitting a request or emailing support@www.rideFreedom Rider Holdings, Inc..com.

Vehicle Problems

If you encounter any issues with a Freedom Rider Holdings, Inc. vehicle that could affect your safety or ability to complete your ride, please stop riding it immediately, pause your trip, and do the following:
1. Tap the “+” icon on the map to submit a request to let us know you experienced an issue with the vehicle. 
2. In the support ticket, also note the exact location (address) of where you noticed the issue and stopped riding the vehicle.
Once the support ticket is created, you should bring the vehicle back safely to the property using one of the options below:
Option A (preferred):
1. Request an Uber/Lyft or Taxi and bring the vehicle back to the building you rented the vehicle from.
2. If required, please use the help from Uber/Lyft driver’s in placing the vehicle in the car’s trunk and unloading it back at the property.
3. Once you are at the property, ensure the scooter gets back to the charging station at the building, end your ride.
4. This ensures that the vehicle is safely back at the property and not stolen on the streets. This avoids any additional charges.
5. Email support@www.rideFreedom Rider Holdings, Inc..com with your rider and ride information, details of the issue, and a copy of your Uber/Lyft or Taxi receipt.
6. Freedom Rider Holdings, Inc. will reimburse you for your Uber/Lyft ride (including the tip).
Option B:
1. Park the vehicle in a safe place on the sidewalk. Do not block the sidewalk.
2. Using the cable lock, secure the vehicle to a nearest bike rack. Refer to the section Using the Cable Lock for instructions on how to use the cable lock. 
3. Pause the ride in the app. 
4. Take pictures of the parked vehicle and note the address of the parked location
5. Email support@www.rideFreedom Rider Holdings, Inc..com with your rider and ride information, details of the issue, pictures of the parked vehicle and address of the parked location. Please include any additional details regarding the parked location to help our staff find the parked vehicle. 
6. Call the support number on the vehicle and in app’s FAQ to notify our team regarding vehicle pickup
7. We will dispatch our team to retrieve and repair the vehicle.

Why can’t I end my Ride?

*ALL FREEDOM RIDER HOLDINGS, INC. RIDES CAN ONLY BE ENDED BY RETURNING THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE PROPERTY’S VEHICLE STATION WHERE YOU RENTED THE VEHICLE FROM. RIDER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR RETURNING THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE PROPERTY THEY RENTED FROM IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THEIR TRIP.
 When you are not at the vehicle station at the property, you can only pause your trips. You then need to resume the trip in the app to turn the vehicle on and return it back to the station to end your trip. 
You parked the vehicle at the property’s vehicle station and are having trouble ending your ride? Depending on your phone reception, it may take a few seconds for the app to reflect that the trip has ended. If you are still unable to end your ride, please follow the steps below:
1. Click the GPS button on the top right on the app to update your GPS positioning
2. Close and relaunch the app.
3. Make sure you have a good mobile network connection.
4. Try ending your ride now.
5. If it doesn’t end right away, please wait 60 seconds and try again. 
If you are still unable to end your trip, please follow the steps below:
1. Pause the ride to turn the vehicle off.
2. Take a picture of the parked vehicle at the station in the building you rented the vehicle from.
3. Tap the “+” button on the map to create a support ticket to let us know. 
4. Email support@MobilityCity.com with your rider information and picture of the parked vehicle at the property displaying the vehicle QR code at the top and also that it is parked at the property. 
5. We will end your trip for you.
6. Return vehicle back to the property.
*RIDER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR RETURNING THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE PROPERTY THEY RENTED FROM IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THEIR TRIP. 
VISIT RENTAL AGREEMENT TERMS TO LEARN MORE ABOUT ADDITIONAL CHARGES AND REPLACEMENT COSTS IF YOU DON’T BRING THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE PROPERTY WITHIN 24 HOURS FROM RENTAL START TIME.
 
Once the rider is done with their trip, the rider must return the vehicle back to the charging station at the property the rider rented from. To end the trip, the rider must take a photo showing the vehicle is property parked and is plugged into the charging station. 
Upon the completion of the trip, depending on the exact requirements of that particular rental station, riders must use the cable lock to secure the vehicle to the charging station. Please refer to “Using the Cable Lock” section above for details on how to unlock and lock our vehicles.
NOTE: ALL FREEDOM RIDER HOLDINGS, INC. RIDES CAN ONLY BE ENDED BY RETURNING THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE PROPERTY’S VEHICLE STATION WHERE YOU RENTED THE VEHICLE FROM.
IF YOU ARE HAVING ANY ISSUES RETURNING THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE PROPERTY, PLEASE CALL/TEXT SUPPORT IMMEDIATELY AT 1-800-306-0133. SUPPORT PHONE NUMBER IS ALSO PRINTED ON TOP OF THE SCOOTER.

Pausing/Parking Your Scooter and Locking

If you are making a stop at a destination, tap the “Pause” button in the app to turn off and secure the scooter/bike, which activates the anti-theft alarm. You also should use the attached Cable lock on the vehicle to secure the vehicle to a bike rack. Riders must use this lock to secure the scooter in order to park the vehicle and pause the ride during your trip.
Please refer to “Using the Cable Lock” section below for details on how to unlock and lock our vehicles.