Fort Smith residents now have a new way to get around town — and save money doing it. The Arkansas Tri-Region E-Bike Program has officially launched, bringing e-bike voucher discounts of up to $1,200 to eligible residents in the River Valley, Northwest Arkansas, and central Arkansas.

The program is a partnership among the Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission, the City of Fort Smith, and Metroplan, making it one of the broadest collaborative transportation initiatives the region has seen in recent years. By pooling resources across three distinct Arkansas metro areas, organizers have created a program with wide reach and real purchasing power for everyday residents.

E-bikes have grown in popularity as an affordable, eco-friendly alternative for commuting and recreation, and the new voucher program is designed to make them more accessible to people who might otherwise find the upfront cost a barrier. Eligible residents can apply the discount toward the purchase of a qualifying electric bicycle, putting cleaner, healthier transportation within reach for more families across the River Valley.

The launch of the program in Fort Smith is a welcome boost for the city’s ongoing efforts to expand transportation options and encourage active commuting. With trails and bike-friendly corridors continuing to grow in the region, an e-bike voucher program fits naturally into the broader vision for a more connected, mobile community.

Residents interested in taking advantage of the program are encouraged to look into eligibility requirements through the participating planning organizations. With discounts of up to $1,200 available, now is a great time for Fort Smith locals to consider making the switch to two wheels.

Sources: KNWA FOX24, Fayetteville Flyer