Hybrid taxis rescue cyclists

Hybrid taxis rescue cyclists is an entry in Springwise, a provocative trendwatching service. This entry is about the Climatecar taxi service in London, which is "green" and carries bike racks in all cabs. From the entry:

Every Climatecar keeps a bicycle rack in the boot. Cyclists who had an sunny ride to work but face rain on their way home, can take a cab home with their bicycle strapped to the back. The service comes at no extra charge, and offers a practical solution for consumers who'd like to use their bicycles as much as possible, but don't enjoy cycling when it's cold, dark and wet. One to launch in every cycle-friendly city, or to add to your taxi/limousine/livery offerings.

Of course, in the Washington region, the WMATA bus system and most of the local jurisdictions' bus services (not Prince George's County's "Call-a-Bus") offer bike racks on buses.

Even so, connecting modes allows for mobility without being dependent on a privately owned automobile.