Bengaluru LPG shortage prompts autorickshaw drivers to consider EVs
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Bengaluru's ongoing LPG shortage, while rising fuel prices from the West Asia conflict are making life tough for autorickshaw drivers.
With long queues and higher costs, many drivers are now eyeing electric autorickshaws, even though they're a bit pricier upfront than the usual LPG models.
Drivers report maintenance under ₹500/month
Drivers who've already switched to electric say it's worth it: maintenance costs drop to under ₹500 a month, and running each kilometer only sets them back about 50 paise.
Plus, EVs offer quieter rides and less hassle overall, which is sounding pretty good while the fuel crunch drags on.