“Our income has fallen between 70 and 80 percent since ride-hailing apps came on the scene,” said Zainuddin, who like many Indonesians goes by one name. There were some 14,000 bajaj on Indonesia’s roads by 2015, according to the latest official figures. For some, sitting in a tuk-tuk as it teeters and rumbles over Jakarta’s roads offers a connection to an older way of life. Even if they wanted to switch to ride-hailing apps, it’s too late for some older drivers. “It’s not good for people when the rain comes, but bajaj drivers will be happy.” --AFP

Source: New Strait Times March 25, 2018 05:15 UTC