The new breed of NYC taxis. |
The minivan which won the two-year "Taxi of Tomorrow" competition features:
- Overhead window to give passengers a view above.
- Onboard outlets and charging stations.
- Fuel efficiency at 25 miles per gallon (compared to 12-13 miles per gallon for the Crown Victoria).
- Cheapest among the three finalists at a cost of $29,000 (and an anticipated $1 billion in total sales).
- Airbags & crash testing.
- Doors that slide sideways.
- GPS systems.
- An option for taxi owners to buy a wheelchair-accessible version (Bloomberg said that a new program would allow riders in wheelchairs to call for properly equipped vehicles).
The three finalists. |
London taxi drivers go through a rigorous qualification process to operate one its signature black cabs. Perhaps the next step in improving the NYC taxi system is the driver qualification process.
Vehicle interior (all images: New York Taxi and Limousine Commission)
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2 comments:
I'm sure many would be glad about these Nissan taxis in NYC since they offer a luxurious ride. I think they provide better features than many others. This type of cabs have more space, so they'll provide more comfort for the passengers, especially to those who carry lots of baggage. Nissan taxis with a wheelchair accessible feature will be very convenient for elderly and disabled passengers as well.
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