All hail the hybrid taxis

Looking for a ride in one
of America’s larger cities and want to do at least a little bit to help the environment? Try to hail one of the
increasing number of hybrid taxies (seen here all glossied up for New York International Auto Show). According to Technoride, 31 Ford Escape SUV
hybrids prowl the streets of San Francisco and Chicago and New York offer hybrid taxis as well. The costs and benefits
of a hybrid get emphasized real quick when the car does taxi duty, as the lower fuel usage saves the driver money
sooner but the expensive batteries will need replacing sooner, as well. Taxis are on the road far more often than most
individual’s car, so seeing some of them go green is a relief. It’s also encouraging to read that some
customers tip better when they’re in a hybrid taxi. People will pay to save this planet, one ride at a time.
[Source: Joel A, I mean Technoride]

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