HAVANA TIMES – For some years now, it has become increasingly common to see electric motorcycles and motorbikes in the urban landscape of Havana and, to a lesser extent, in other cities across the country.
Public transportation is hardly more palatable. Buses in the Havana area are far fewer - and more crowded and uncomfortable - than in previous years. And half the routes to points outside the capital have been eliminated this year, according to state-run media, as fuel and spare parts dwindle.
On a recent weekday visit to the company's plant outside Havana, some of Vedca's 64 employees assembled plastic parts, soldered wires, and tightened bolts in an orderly assembly line, while others greeted customers arriving for pick-up.
By far the majority of cars in circulation in Cuba are American models from the 1950s -- before sanctions started -- and compact Ladas from the Soviet era. Newer models are practically
er analyzes which Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) could meet the current car travel needs in different uses. The results from a survey about distance travelled in daily trips in La Havana,...
HAVANA TIMES – For some years now, it has become increasingly common to see electric motorcycles and motorbikes in the urban landscape of Havana and, to a lesser extent, in
Fuel for traditional vehicles is scarce and exorbitantly priced, making it a luxury for most Cubans. Public transportation has dwindled due to fuel shortages and a lack of spare parts. In
Electric vehicles, while initially more expensive to procure, promise long-term savings through reduced fuel costs and maintenance requirements. This cost-effectiveness could offer significant financial
Between 2020 and 2022, the last year for which figures are available, Cuba-based companies produced more than 23,000 electric vehicles, according to official data. Since then, demand has grown,
While electric scooters and bikes offer a more economical option than traditional vehicles, the initial cost can still be prohibitive for many Cubans. The government''s decision to authorize
Electric vehicles produce no tailpipe emissions, significantly lowering air pollution in Havana—a city known for its vibrant atmosphere. Transitioning to EVs also lessens dependence on fossil fuels,
But increasingly, commuters are opting to use a new crop of small electric vehicles (EVS). These include dinky electric cars, tricycles and cargo trucks, as well as electric bikes and scooters, which are all
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