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Brazil tourism surge and electric mobility expansion

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Brazil's tourism sector continues to reach historic milestones in 2026, with international arrivals on track to hit 10 million by year-end. While Rio de Janeiro and Northeast hubs remain major drivers, Gramado in Rio Grande do Sul has solidified its status as a top destination. According to the Braztoa Bulletin, Gramado ranked as the third most sold national destination in the first half of 2026, trailing only São Paulo and Maceió. Concurrently, the electric mobility sector is accelerating. The electric-bus fleet saw a 92.5% year-on-year increase in early 2026, and the number of electric bicycles, self-propelled vehicles, and mopeds in circulation has grown 37-fold since 2016. Research by Aliança Bike and UFRJ indicates that electric bicycles are increasingly replacing automobiles for commuting and studies, with 56% of e-bike commuters having previously used cars due to fuel savings, reduced traffic, and easier parking. ~~This shift is driving demand~~ Recent trends highlight a growing preference for ~~specialized services, such as security, tracking,~~ active mobility, particularly among Generation Z, who utilize bicycles, walking, and ~~24-hour assistance. Companies like ARIDE are expanding~~ electric scooters to ~~serve over 20,000 clients with solutions~~ gain urban autonomy. In observance of World Car Free Day, organizations like Rodas da Paz in the Distrito Federal have advocated for ~~electric bikes, scooters, and mopeds. To manage this growth, new regulatory~~ ‘more human cities’ through improved cycling infrastructure and stricter parking fees to discourage car use. Micromobility firm Whoosh reported reaching 10 million trips in Brazil, noting increased short-distance travel during peak hours. As these technologies expand, municipal focus has shifted toward safety ~~measures~~ and regulation. In Ubatuba, officials are ~~being proposed. A bill presented to the Chamber of Deputies seeks to establish a strict framework~~ organizing public meetings to ~~address rising accident rates, including the creation of a mandatory National Registry of Electric Bicycles (CNBE)~~ clarify legislation and ~~QR code identification. The proposal suggests age restrictions~~ safety protocols for ~~operators, speed limits—such as 6 km/h on sidewalks~~ electric bicycles and ~~25 km/h on cycle paths—and training requirements for delivery companies. Infrastructure continues~~ self-propelled equipment. These efforts aim to ~~scale, with the Brazilian Electric Vehicle Association (ABVE) reporting over 21,000 public charging stations.~~ ensure responsible coexistence between pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists while addressing infrastructure gaps like interrupted bike lanes and poor lighting.

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