Abans launches free taxi meter project

Abans recently launched a major CSR project to provide free digital taxi meters to three wheeler taxis in the Colombo area.

This multi million rupee project has been sponsored by Sanyo Co. of Japan whom Abans represent as sole agent for their products in Sri Lanka. The first stage of the project is aimed to provide 1000 three wheelers in the Colombo area with taxi meters absolutely free of charge and subsequently extend the service to three wheelers in other towns and cities in Sri Lanka.

The project will provide mutual benefits to both commuters and three wheeler operators. Commuters can look forward to a hassle-free three wheeler taxi service without the embarrassment of having to negotiate and bargain before embarking on a journey.

It will also create professional dignity and respect of three wheeler drivers and ensure more hires through enhanced commuter confidence.

It would also ensure that they will be paid for waiting time.

The taxi meters will indicate Rs. 50 for the first km when switched on and Rs. 30 per km thereafter, and will indicate the amount due at any time as the journey proceeds.

The meters will indicate an overtime surcharge of one and a half times the normal fare from 10.00 pm to 5.00 am.