The New York City Council approved new regulations for pedicabs to protect tourists from being overcharged. The legislation requires pedicab drivers to charge by the minute, with a visible timer, replacing the confusing system of charging by city blocks and adding various fees. This change comes after incidents like a Texas family being charged over $400 for a 14-block ride. The new rules, which Mayor Bloomberg has agreed to sign, aim to standardize pricing and increase transparency. The New York City Pedicab Owners’ Association supports the legislation, hoping it will reduce price gouging, though they believe raising driver standards would also help.
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