What does electric vehicle dispatch fee mean?
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Electric vehicle dispatch fee refers to the charge incurred when users park shared bikes outside the designated service areas marked on the shared bike parking map. Since the bikes are parked outside the operational zone, a dispatch fee is applied. Electric vehicles, also known as electric-driven vehicles, are powered by electricity and are categorized into AC electric vehicles and DC electric vehicles. Generally, the term 'electric vehicle' refers to vehicles that use batteries as their energy source, converting electrical energy into mechanical motion through components like controllers and motors, with speed adjusted by controlling the current. The battery serves as the power source for electric vehicles, with most equipped with lead-acid batteries due to their low cost and high cost-effectiveness. These rechargeable and reusable batteries are commonly referred to as lead-acid batteries.
Last time I rented a shared e-bike, I encountered a relocation fee. The station clearly showed available bikes, but after searching for a while, I found all the low-battery ones had been moved away. Operators periodically need to manually relocate bikes to popular areas or charging stations, and the fuel and labor costs for this vehicle relocation are significant. It's similar to a food delivery fee—if you request a specific bike to be delivered to a designated location, naturally you'll have to pay extra. Some platforms call this a 'vehicle delivery fee.' Before renting, make sure to check the pricing rules, as this fee is only charged if you actively opt for the bike delivery service.
