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Farewell to Horse Carriages? Why the Voluntary Switch to E-Cabs Raises More Questions Than It Answers

Why Palma Is Looking at Electric Galeras

Electric galeras could reduce conflict in Palma, but they also raise questions about cost, rules and the city’s identity.

Published: April 22, 2026
Farewell to Horse Carriages? Why the Voluntary Switch to E-Cabs Raises More Questions Than It Answers

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Why is Palma considering electric galeras instead of horse-drawn carriages?

The proposed switch is partly a response to growing criticism of horse-drawn carriages in Palma, especially around animal welfare and the way they fit into a changing city. Electric galeras would be quieter and produce no local emissions, but they also change the look and feel of the streets. The shift is being presented as a practical compromise rather than a final solution.

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