Reported about 1 year ago
As the temperature rises in Taipei City, the seat of YouBike has been measured to reach a scorching 71 degrees Celsius by City Councilor Wang Zhibing, making it as hot as grilling on a hot plate. With over 20,000 YouBike bicycles and 1430 rental stations in Taipei, the issue of overheated seats poses a risk for commuters. Suggestions have been made to install sunshades at rental stations to provide shade and prevent sun damage to the bicycles, although transportation authorities are considering the impacts on solar charging capabilities.
Source: YAHOO