The city’s first green fleet of 16 electric taxis, produced by BYD, was launched yesterday at the outdoor car park of The Macau Roosevelt Hotel in Taipa.
Chinese automobile giant BYD is one of the world’s largest electric carmakers. According to the company, its latest E6 model has a range of about 400 km and a battery that takes two hours to be fully charged at a quick charging station.
A taxi driver surnamed Leong, who has been test-driving the e-cab, told reporters on the sidelines of the green taxi launch that his passengers have given him positive feedback as the vehicle runs smoothly and is quieter than the traditional fossil fuel propelled taxis. Leong added that he might even be more likely to receive tips since the new vehicle could provide a better quality ride.
BYD (Macau) Ltd. General Manger Ye Chenghui (left) speaks to reporters yesterday during the launch of Macau’s first fleet of electric taxis in Taipa.
A BYD E6 is parked outside The Macau Roosevelt Hotel in Taipa yesterday. Photos: Joel Chu
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