The cycle rick-shaw is a small-scale local means of transport; it is also known by a variety of other names such as pedicab, bikecab, cyclo, becak, or trishaw or, simply rickshaw which also refers to auto rickshaws pulled by a person on foot. Cycle rickshaws are human-powered, a type of tricycle designed to carry passengers in addition to the driver. They are often used on a hire basis. Cycle rickshaws are widely used in major cities around the world, but most commonly in cities of South, Southeast an d East Asia. Cycle rickshaws in Indonesia are called becak. Becak was considered an icon of the capital city of Jakarta them on the city’s main streets. However, many becaks still operate near slums throughout the city. Attempts at reinforcing the ban resulted in large scale seizures of the vehicle in the late 1990s and in 2007. What is the tect about? A ...

The Bangkok Tuk Tuk (pronounced took-took) is probably every visitor's favourite means of transport. They have an undeniable appeal and quality that makes them irresistible to everyone who come to Ban...

The Bangkok Tuk Tuk (pronounced took-took) is probably every visitor's favourite means of transport. They have an undeniable appeal and quality that makes them irresistible to everyone who come to Ban...

Ojek "motorcycle taxi" began appearing in Jakarta after becak was banned in 1994. Ojek service began as a people's initiative to provide an alternative transportation for people who used becak from ma...

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Ojek "motorcycle taxi" began appearing in Jakarta after becak was banned in 1994. Ojek service began as a people's initiative to provide an alternative transportation for people who used becak from ma...