Dubai set for eco-taxis after trials

The first low-emission taxis will be available on the streets of Dubai from next month for passenger trials.

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DUBAI // The first low-emission taxis will be available on the streets of Dubai from next month for passenger trials. The Roads and Transport Agency (RTA) said a fleet of 10 Toyota Camry hybrid engine vehicles had been thoroughly tested since delivery in July, paving the way for more hybrid vehicles in the future. Mr Abdul Aziz Malik, chief executive of Dubai Taxi Agency, said the agency's "engineers are pleased with the initial results so far and anticipated that the public would receive the Camry hybrid vehicles as a welcome addition to the taxi fleet, and we welcome any hybrid vehicle suppliers to collaborate with us for taxi trials.

"The 10 Camry hybrid sedans would provide a good platform for the public to appreciate the safety and performance of hybrid vehicles. With reduced emissions, we can take a step closer to prevent our air from being polluted and ensure a future that is safer for the whole society," he added. Al Futtaim Motors supplied the RTA with the hybrid fleet. Tony Barlow, the senior general manager of sales, said: "We are extremely pleased to be partnering the RTA on the very important mission of protecting our environment for the future."

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