This app helps cyclists get through city traffic faster by coordinating with traffic lights. It uses GPS to detect your approach to intersections and can trigger green lights for you. Currently available in select German cities, with more planned.
1.8.0
June 19, 2026
YuBike Aalen
YuBike uses your smartphone's GPS to detect your approach to intersections. When you reach a virtual trigger point at the appropriate speed, the app signals the traffic control center, which then commands the traffic light to turn green or extend the existing green phase.
YuBike is currently available in Marburg, Reutlingen, and Potsdam. The integration of additional cities is planned for future updates.
Yes, YuBike is available for free. It does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements.
YuBike is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up.
The app was last updated on November 14, 2024, with version 1.7.2. This indicates a relatively active development cycle.
The description does not specify offline functionality. However, its reliance on GPS and communication with traffic control centers suggests an active internet connection is likely required for full operation.
Yes, YuBike includes a 'Fahrrad-Routing' (bicycle routing) feature, suggesting it can be used for general navigation in addition to its traffic light coordination capabilities.
