A Texas family’s $442 pedicab fare in New York City sparked outrage and calls for simplified pricing to prevent such overcharges. Pedicab drivers can currently charge whatever they like as long as the rates are posted, but confusing rate structures lead to unexpected high fares. The City Council is considering scrapping the rate cards in favor of a per-minute charge to avoid surprise costs. Some drivers, like Greg Zuman of the New York City Pedicab Owners Association, acknowledge the problem but prefer that prices be quoted upfront instead. Pedicabs, introduced in the 1990s as a cheaper alternative to horse-drawn carriages, have grown in popularity, with 1,335 licensed drivers currently operating in the city.
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