Beirut commuters switch to motorcycle taxis as rising fuel prices push up fares

“Beirut commuters switch to motorcycle taxis as rising fuel prices push up fares”

Adam cannot afford to say no. Unlike most drivers of Beirut’s “servees ” – shared taxis, the most common form of public transport in Lebanon 's capital – he picks up almost anyone looking for a ride, even if it is for less than the set rate. “A lot of customers can’t afford the fare , so they offer 200,000 lira ($2.20) or less,” he told The National as he drove downtown. “People won’t ride if the price is too high.” His need to pick up every commuter is also driven by growing competition from…