HIBAPRESS – Casablanca
Old taxis, described by a number of citizens as "junk", continue their activity in the Mohammedia region amid increasing criticism of their technical condition and working conditions.
The phenomenon is particularly evident on the route connecting Beni Yakhlef, Ain Taki, and the city of Mohammedia, where the number of this type of taxi is still large compared to the new cars that are supposed to meet modern standards of safety and comfort. Users complain that these vehicles do not provide the minimum safety conditions, whether in terms of their mechanical condition or in terms of respecting the carrying capacity, as customers are forced to crowd together in a cramped space, in a scene that affects the dignity of the passenger and raises questions about monitoring the conditions of public transport. Some citizens also expressed their fear of sudden breakdowns and the general condition of those dilapidated cars, which may pose a risk to the safety of passengers and other road users. In light of this situation, followers are wondering about the role of the concerned authorities in renewing the fleet and regulating the sector in a way that guarantees the quality of service and the safety of citizens. Local actors believe that the continuation of these vehicles on the road reflects a kind of leniency or turning a blind eye, calling for a firm intervention to ensure transport conditions that respect the law and the humanity of customers.
