Motorcycles skyrocket in Colombia and today support over 150,000 families
The roar of motorized rickshaws is no longer just part of the Colombian rural landscape, as today it is also a thermometer of popular economic growth.
TL;DR
- Motorized rickshaws saw a 51.33% increase in 2025, supporting over 150,000 families.
- Sales in 2025 reached a historic high of 24,370 units, a 220% increase since 2015.
- Approximately 90% of motorized rickshaws are assembled in Colombia, representing about 0.8% of the national vehicle fleet.
- Cargo-carrying models accounted for 70% of registrations in 2025, highlighting their role in logistics and local commerce.
- Brands like Ceronte, AKT, and Bajaj are leading the market, which is becoming more structured.
- Antioquia, Guaviare, and Cesar are the leading departments in the motorized rickshaw boom.
- These vehicles serve a social function by providing transportation where formal public services are scarce.
- There is a call for public policies that recognize the economic and social role of motorized rickshaws, strengthening safety and establishing clear rules.