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by zhivota 398 days ago
These are common in all developing countries. In the Philippines it's called a Jeepney. They even did pop up around NYC, catering to Hispanic neighborhoods IIRC, and have been in various states of legality over the years. I think now they may be somewhat regulated.
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They are called Colectivos in Mexico.
Matatu in Kenya, Danfo in Nigeria... They are a staple of many African cities.
Dolmus in Turkey. Some of the most terrifying rides of my life have been in these vehicles.
In Thailand it’s called a Songthaew.

They coexist with an extensive mass transit system in Bangkok. In smaller cities and tourist towns it’s the only thing going besides taxis and such.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Songthaew