The Tesla Model Y electric car is now part of New York’s taxi fleet. The electric car now joins the famous yellow taxi fleet under Gravity Mobility’s Electric Cab Fleet service. In addition to the Tesla Model Y, passengers also have the option of welcoming the Ford Mustang Mach-E EV as part of the taxi service. It should be noted that the Model Y is now part of a pilot program by the Taxi and Limousine Commission of New York City.
The Tesla Model Y EV Taxi was introduced and showcased at the ongoing New York International Auto Show. It should be noted that the Model Y has one of the fastest accelerations among electric vehicles. The EV is capable of accelerating from 0-60 mph in less than four seconds and has a top speed of 250 mph. The seven-seater electric car has a range of around 530 km on a single charge, which gives it plenty of potential to act as a fleet taxi.
The Tesla Model Y taxi, painted in Gravity’s signature Rally Yellow, has a panoramic roof for sightseeing, adjusting climate controls for rear passengers, taking selfies, listening to music and watching videos, and the driver – Facing AI technology that detects and prevents distracted driving while monitoring the vehicle for safe driving behavior.
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According to the electric vehicle fleet and infrastructure firm, the Tesla Model Ys are the first to debut as a yellow cab. While many Tesla Model 3 sedans have recently started service in New York as yellow cabs, Gravity’s Model Y may offer additional luggage and passenger room.
Gravity Mobility is a cab startup that also sells charging equipment. The startup claims that its chargers allow Tesla’s Superchargers to charge a broad spectrum of vehicles in minutes.
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