Be it Boris; Ken; Bikes; or cabbies, nothing it seems to polarise London’s opinion more than rickshaws. When last writing about these three-wheeled wonders I received more comments than for almost any other subject. So at the risk of being accused of self-interest and ignoring the environmental advantages of using this mode of transport in the capital, I offer this advice before you decide to be taken for a ride.

Are the vehicles safe?…