Meter Cab Fares Slashed in Half And No More Tuk-Tuks in Phuket

(Phuketwan)

PHUKET — The Phuket revolution for taxis and tuk-tuks includes a huge cut in present fares, compelling all further registered taxis to carry meters and a complete ban on any more tuk-tuks. 

''The 100 or so illegal tuk-tuks now operating will be forced off Phuket's roads,'' a meeting heard yesterday, ''and all taxis that register on Phuket from now on will be fitted with meters.'' 

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Land Transport Department bosses in Bangkok are now deciding on the kilometre rate for Phuket's metered cabs – and the present fares are certain to be slashed at least in half.  Read more here.

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