Circuit continued to build momentum in electric microtransit this week, highlighting new and existing deployments across key U.S. markets. The company emphasized its role in supporting event-driven and community-scale mobility while reinforcing its focus on municipally backed, on-demand services.
In Hollywood, Fla., Circuit is providing affordable, electric, on-demand rides as the city prepares for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The service is being used by fans to navigate downtown and reach nearby Hard Rock Stadium, positioning microtransit as an alternative to parking-intensive private vehicles.
The Hollywood deployment is intended to showcase Circuit’s ability to handle high-traffic, tourism-driven demand around major global events. While no financial metrics were disclosed, the activation could serve as a reference for scalable event-based partnerships with cities and venues.
In Manhattan Beach, Calif., Circuit launched the MB Wave Rider pilot, a six-month, $5-per-ride electric microtransit program approved in April. The service connects residents and visitors to local destinations such as the pier, downtown, El Porto and Manhattan Village amid seasonal congestion and limited parking.
Early usage data from an initial five-day soft launch showed more than 250 passengers over 150 rides, suggesting initial traction for the pilot. Circuit is responsible for vehicles, drivers and technology, while the city collects ridership data to assess longer-term mobility options.
The Manhattan Beach program is timed with a busy events calendar, including FIFA-related activities and beach volleyball tournaments that can strain existing transport networks. For prospective investors and partners, the pilot underscores Circuit’s ability to deliver municipality-funded services with measurable early adoption.
Circuit also reiterated progress in its Whittier Cruiser pilot in Whittier, Calif., an on-demand, app-based service launched with the city in mid-2025. The service, operating Wednesday through Sunday and covering major community hubs, has completed thousands of trips with fares starting around $3.
Company communications cite benefits such as reduced congestion, lower emissions and expanded mobility for errands and commuting in Whittier. The success there suggests Circuit’s low-cost, electric shared-ride model can resonate in suburban environments as well as dense urban areas.
Beyond these specific pilots, Circuit noted broader deployment across California municipalities including Warner Center, Chula Vista, Oceanside and Los Alamitos. Each city uses the platform differently, from connecting commercial districts to serving coastal visitors and improving neighborhood connectivity.
These public-sector partnerships are positioning Circuit’s microtransit offering as a flexible, lower-emission tool for cities seeking to enhance accessibility and support local economic activity. Overall, the week reinforced Circuit’s growing footprint and validated its strategy of leveraging municipal and event-based contracts to drive recurring revenue and future growth opportunities.
