NewsWhore
11-05-2008, 04:00 PM
In recent days the Land Transport Office (OTTT) has forced public transport drivers to bring fare prices down. Angered by the decision, drivers refused, but the OTTT threatened to impound vehicles that didn't adhere to the measure. On Tuesday OTT followed through on its word and began impounding vehicles but drivers have found a way around this latest challenge. Now drivers have lowered their fares, but have shortened their routes forcing passengers to pay a second fare or walk extended distances in order to save an extra RD$10 or RD$15. Some drivers still refuse to lower prices, saying that gas and replacements for their cars are too expensive.
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