Oslo Leads Electric Taxis Revolution, With 88% of New Licenses Going Electric
Oslo leads the way in electric taxis, with 88% of new licenses going to electric cabs last year. Meanwhile, cities worldwide are innovating to support the shift towards sustainable ride-sharing services.
Oslo's robust charging infrastructure, including inductive taxi charging, has facilitated this rapid adoption of electric cabs. Similarly, Amsterdam has been at the forefront since 2014, offering designated charging spots for Tesla taxis at Schiphol Airport.
In New York City, the surge in Tesla cars, driven by a recent surge in ride-sharing vehicle licenses, has led Revel to install charging stations open to all operators. The city's plans to transition Uber and Lyft's 78,000 vehicles to EVs within six years will require significant investment in charging infrastructure. Globally, ride-sharing companies are preparing for this demand, with Uber and Lyft aiming for full EV fleets by 2030.
Denmark's Dantaxi, in collaboration with E.On, has installed a large charging station in Copenhagen capable of serving up to 400 e-taxis. Tesla has implemented a 'congestion fee' to encourage shorter charging sessions and efficient use of charging stations.
Cities like Amsterdam, Shenzhen, and Los Angeles are pioneering innovative charging solutions for electric taxis. As ride-sharing services commit to full electrification, the need for robust charging infrastructure becomes increasingly urgent. With Oslo leading the way, other cities are poised to follow suit, driving the transition to sustainable transportation.
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