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Cartagena replaces horse carriages with 62 electric buggies by Dec. 29 for animal welfare and sustainability, sparking driver protests over lost livelihoods.
Cartagena, Colombia, is replacing its historic horse-drawn carriages with 62 electric buggies by December 29, citing animal welfare concerns and a push for sustainable tourism.
The shift, driven by advocacy from activists and comedian Alejandro Riaño, aims to address injuries and exhaustion horses face on city streets.
The new vehicles, imported from China, mimic traditional buggies with open tops and large wheels, feature steering wheels, solar-powered batteries with a 70-kilometer range, and audio systems.
The city is investing $2 million in the fleet and a solar charging station.
While officials emphasize modernization and environmental benefits, traditional drivers protest, citing loss of cultural heritage and livelihoods, with no formal compensation offers made despite discussions of potential payments.
Cartagena reemplaza los carruajes de caballos con 62 carruajes eléctricos para el 29 de diciembre por el bienestar y la sostenibilidad de los animales, provocando protestas de conductores por la pérdida de medios de vida.