First Electric Taxis. On this day in history August 19th, 1897, London witnessed a groundbreaking moment in transportation history as the first electric taxis, known as the Bersey cabs, hit the streets. These revolutionary vehicles, designed by Walter Bersey, were powered by electric batteries, marking a significant shift away from horse-drawn carriages.
The Bersey cabs were nicknamed "Hummingbirds" due to the gentle hum of their electric motors. Although their time on the roads was short-lived, lasting only a few years due to technical issues and high maintenance costs, they laid the foundation for the future of electric vehicles.
The introduction of electric taxis in London was a forward-thinking initiative that showcased the potential of electric propulsion in public transportation, a concept that would only gain prominence over a century later with the rise of modern electric cars. The Bersey cabs may have been ahead of their time, but they undeniably paved the way for the future of sustainable urban transport.
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