NEW YORK—The Taxi & Limousine Commission’s board of commissioners on Thursday approved the “Taxi of Tomorrow,” a Nissan model designed specifically for New York City, except not everyone is happy with it, including two public officials who blasted the decision.
The Nissan NV-200 will include modern features, such as a transparent roof panel, places to charge cellphones, and a “spacious cargo area,” according to the commission website.
But Assemblyman Micah Kellner says “The city has taken a giant step backward when it comes to making our taxi fleet accessible and environmentally friendly,” in a statement.
“This is an irresponsible choice and I am outraged that the disabled community will continue to be relegated to second-class status,” he added.
