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Couples Boost Bonds and Income with E-Bike Deliveries

3/30/2026

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In China, couples participate in a dating trend called "city work" by riding e-bikes to deliver takeaways.
The trend helps combat burnout and lets couples earn extra cash by sharing delivery shifts.
A woman from Zhengzhou and her partner say working together strengthens their bond more than typical dates.
They earn about 40 yuan per shift and total more than 1,000 yuan per month (about US$140).

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Story summary

In China, couples participate in a dating trend called "city work" by riding e-bikes to deliver takeaways.
The trend helps combat burnout and lets couples earn extra cash by sharing delivery shifts.
A woman from Zhengzhou and her partner say working together strengthens their bond more than typical dates.
They earn about 40 yuan per shift and total more than 1,000 yuan per month (about US$140).