The document is an article about songthaews, which are modified pickup trucks that serve as public transportation in Thailand. It describes songthaews as having two benches for seating 12 people each, with another 8 people able to stand. Fares on songthaews are low, ranging from 5-9 Thai Baht depending on the time of day and passenger type. Songthaews provide a convenient transportation option that can access smaller roads and drop passengers anywhere along the route.