Electric rickshaw

This article is about electric auto rickshaws whose only means of propulsion is one or more electric motors. For human-powered cycle rickshaws (pedicabs) equipped with both pedals and an auxiliary electric motor, see electric-assist cycle rickshaw. For rickshaws in general, see Rickshaw.

An electric rickshaw (also known as electric tuk-tuk, Toto, e-rickshaw, and e-tricycle) is a small three-wheeled vehicle powered by an electric motor. These small electric vehicles do not require petroleum fuel like auto rickshaws but still offer greater mobility than traditional cycle rickshaws and pulled rickshaws. This has led to their popularity and use expanding in some cities since 2008. Electric rickshaws are primarily manufactured in India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and China.

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