An additional Dh2 will need to be paid after a taxi ride in Sharjah, as a new tariff is rolled out December 1.
The increase is part of the effort to ‘help improve’ the shuttle service and was implemented based on a number of surveys and studies, the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) states.
Based on study, Sharjah was discovered to have the lowest taxi rate amongst other emirates. It is projected that the hike will boost the skills of cab drivers within the area.
Meanwhile, residents are looking at more creative ways to cut back on costs with their daily commute. Some say they might consider taking the public bus or may resort to carpooling. A Syrian teacher estimates she may now have to spend between Dh80 – Dh100 instead of her previous transportation allowance.
Source: KhaleejTimes
