Seoul to provide 10 electric taxis starting in September

Starting in September Seoul will have 10 ELECTRIC-powered taxis offering their services around the capital.

The city government says they'll run on a trial program through next April.

And instead of the common orange paint job the special rides will be sky-blue, which is supposed to denote that they are better for the environment.

The fare for the electric cabs will be the same as regular ones, starting at 3-thousand won, or less than 3 U.S. dollars.

The cost for charging the cars will be paid by the city and the Korea Environment Corporation.

Reporter : connie@arirang.co.kr