Regulation outlines bike-sharing rules

To standardize the development of the online bike-sharing industry, Shenzen transport commission unveiled a draft plan on Tuesday, defining the responsibilities of citizens, government and service operators.

Shenzhen will release the nation's first regulation on bike sharing, including adding violations such as illegal parking to people's credit record.

Renting bikes through smartphones and parking the mat the users' convenience has grown in popularity. But in addition to offering a convenient option for short-distance traveling, it has also raised issues such as illegal parking.