Dubai Taxi fleet consists of 44% hybrid taxis. Recently they purchased a large quantity of new taxis out of which major number was hybrid. As per Wikipedia A hybrid car is one, which combines a conventional internal combustion engine propulsion system with an electric propulsion system. Unlike conventional gasoline cars, hybrids get better fuel economy, do well at slow speeds or idling, and have cleaner emissions.

Around 5 years ago The Emirate of Dubai has introduced hybrid taxis to the country, Carrying a slogan “Leadership for a Better Tomorrow” and the “Hybrid Taxi” green logo that distinguishes them from the other taxi units plying on Dubai roads, the hybrid taxis were operated with fuel and electricity making it a hybrid.

Readers, please note that hybrid taxis are more expensive than regular units but they are operated without extra charge on passengers as they will have the same fares, routes, and operation as the other taxis in the fleet. Hybrid taxis also have the corporate identity of Dubai Taxi’s red roof with the same speed and safety features.

That proves the dedication & commitment of the UAE government in taking rapid strides towards green economy. Achieving a 44% green target in just 5 years is a great achievement, considering the fact that so far all green actions are not cost effective. Cost plays a vital role in going green.

Since it runs on electric charge, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority [DEWA] has introduced many charging stations throughout the country. As of now it has installed 200 charging stations. The best part is that till the end of 2019 this is free service by them. Free parking spaces have also been introduced by Dubai Municipality for Electric vehicles.

This kind of encouragement is a highlighting factor in big strides of UAE government towards sustainability and green living.

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