In India, Bajaj RE(Rear Engined) Autos and Piaggio Apes are the most common Autorickshaw's. the Bajaj Rick needs very less turning radius and can venture into narrowest street lanes.
Bajaj RE:
Auto rickshaw - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Piaggio Ape:
Piaggio Ape - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Other Major Manufacturers Mahindra Alpha Diesel,Scootters India Diesel,Force motors, etc.there were local companies assembling rickshaws till last decade.but now only 6 or 7 companies are manufacturing ricks.
In some Cities in India,Call Taxis are getting Cheaper and Cab companies makes good profit this way.
Tata's Magic Iris - a Diesel Replacement for Rickshaws is Hoped to replace the old ricks out of cities.
According to Autocar, the Iris is powered by a tiny 611cc water-cooled diesel engine, capable of developing a heart stopping (meaning you grow old and die before it starts moving) 11 bhp, which allows for a top speed of 34 mph (54 km/h).
The Magic Iris has a spacious car-like cabin and can seat four passengers – three at the back and one in the front beside the driver.
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