ZR (bus)

A ZR (pronounced "Zed R",[1] formally called a route taxi) is a type of private taxi-bus system found in Barbados.

The vehicles are small vans, which mainly operate routes between the capital of Bridgetown and other terminals.

They derive the name "ZR" from the license-plate code assigned to most route taxis.

[citation needed] ZRs have a reputation for overcrowded vans and loud music,[2] high speeds and abrupt stops,[3] and drivers compete intensely among each other to attract passengers.

[3] ZRs charge the same fare as for the Barbados Transport Authority buses.

Barbados Route Taxi (ZR) for Route 11 (Bridgetown to Silver Sands via Oistins) off route in Fairchild Street, Bridgetown. (1995)