On a bustling street in Chengdu, Sichuan province, Wang Yue takes out her phone and scans a QR code to unlock a blue two-wheeler. Within seconds, she”s gliding down the road on what locals affectionately call a “hydrogen pony”.
“The ride is smooth and stable, just like a regular electric bike. But it runs on hydrogen … it’s so cool!” said Wang, a resident of Chengdu’s Xindu district.
Since its launch in August, the hydrogen-powered shared bike, developed by Xindu-based startup Qinglv Technology, has been rapidly gaining popularity across the district as a clean, convenient option for short trips.
A ride costs 2.5 yuan (36 cents) for the first 10…