Association calls for pilot implementation of battery-powered taxis

“When taxis are widely available and the fares are more affordable, the use of private vehicles will be reduced,” said Nguyen Van Quyen, president of the Vietnam Automobile Transport Association. — Bloomberg

HANOI: The Hanoi Taxi Association is urging for the pilot implementation of battery-powered cabs to reduce environmental impact and stay abreast of global trends.

The association’s deputy president, Ho Quoc Phi, noted that electric cars are widely regarded as the future of the automobile industry, offering advantages such as easy refuelling, reduced maintenance, increased safety, no need to change oil or coolant, and less engine noise.