Cartagena le dice adiós a los carruajes con caballos: estrenará coches eléctricos

Los tradicionales carruajes con caballos quedarán prohibidos oficialmente a partir del próximo lunes 29 en la ciudad de Cartagena, joya turística de C...

Cartagena le dice adiós a los carruajes con caballos: estrenará coches eléctricos

TL;DR

  • Cartagena is replacing horse-drawn carriages with electric vehicles starting December 29th.
  • The move aims to prevent animal mistreatment and promote a more sustainable city.
  • The first 24 of 62 electric carriages have arrived, manufactured in China and assembled in Cartagena.
  • The project represents an investment of $7,000 million.
  • The carriage drivers' guild has voiced concerns about not being sufficiently consulted on the new measure.
  • The city's mayor, Dumek Turbay, emphasized the commitment to animal welfare and dignifying the work of the drivers.