Users like electric taxis because they are clean, economical, and have many incentives
Just one morning in the heart of Hanoi, people could see that electric taxis are gradually covering the streets. No engine noise, no smell of gasoline and especially attractive promotional campaigns make electric taxis increasingly "score points" with customers.
Ms. Huong, an office worker in Cau Giay District (Hanoi), shared: "What I like most when riding an electric car is not getting drunk. The electric vehicle is quiet, odorless, clean. Compared to gasoline vehicles, the fare is often cheaper, but the quality is much better.
Green transformation is not only a personal experience but also a widespread trend. Hanoi City aims to have 100% of new taxis become electric vehicles by 2030; by 2050, all taxis in the city will be operated on electricity or clean energy. In that context, people's gradual priority for electric taxis is a reasonable transition, demonstrating responsibility to the environment and the future.
In addition to user demand, businesses using electric taxis such as Xanh SM are also helping green cars become more and more popular with meaningful campaigns.
For example, at the recent launch of the "Green Fourth Day" campaign, Ms. Phan Thi Hong Dung, representative of SM Green Electric taxi, said that customers who call SM Green taxi every Wednesday morning, afternoon and evening will receive an immediate 12% discount on the fare.This discount can be up to 2.05 million VND per trip.This is not only an attractive price incentive but also an invitation for the community to participate in the green mobility movement, environmental protection.
Not stopping at the promotion level, Xanh SM also left its mark with an impressive number: 240 million green trips, equivalent to 1.5 billion kilometers of zero-emission travel - helping to cut down on 196,000 tons of CO2, equivalent to 9 million photoscopic trees per year. These actions not only affect the environment but also change users' habits in a positive and sustainable way.
Electric taxi drivers choose low costs, high income
Not only customers, drivers, but also those who work directly and are attached to the vehicle for hours are the beneficiaries of this conversion process. Mr. Bui Van The, a SM Blue driver in Hanoi, had many years of experience driving a gasoline car before switching to an electric taxi. He shared that since using VinFast VF 5 Plus, his monthly income has increased by about 40%.
"The cost of charging for 100km is only about 54,000 VND, while gasoline vehicles cost more than 175,000 VND. Driving for a whole month, I save up to several million VND, which helps me send more to my family," Mr. The shared.
Not only saving fuel costs, electric vehicles also help drivers significantly reduce maintenance costs. Without needing to change oil or worry about wind filtration, drivers can operate with peace of mind without interruption of work due to minor repairs.
"Previously, I often had to take my car for maintenance and oil changes, each time it took half a day. Now, just having to check periodically is enough, not to mention the maintenance inspection requirements of electric vehicles are far from gasoline vehicles," Mr. The added.
In addition to financial benefits, the electric driving experience also brings a clear difference. The vehicle operated smoothly, without engine noise, significantly reducing the mental pressure on the driver after many hours of driving. "When I switched to electric vehicles, I really felt what a relaxed driving feeling was," Mr. The shared.
In particular, technology on electric vehicles helps increase safety and efficiency for drivers. Systems such as 360-degree cameras, blind spot warnings, virtual assistants... help drivers observe better and control more easily. Mr. The said: "I just need to say 'adjust the air conditioner', the car will automatically follow. Both safe and convenient, it helps me focus on the path.
Many drivers also rate electric taxis as not only beneficial to them but also making passengers more comfortable. Thanks to the "3 no's" advantage: no smoke, no smell, no noise - many passengers share the feeling of comfort, even not getting drunk on their vehicles like before.
In the long term, drivers switching to electric taxis are one step ahead of the transformation of the transportation industry. With the goal of having at least 50% of vehicles in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City use clean energy by 2030, drivers who soon switch will have a great advantage in terms of market share, reputation and income.
