Driving Tips

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Vehicle maintenance tips for taxi drivers

This article outlines a practical maintenance checklist to help prevent unexpected downtime and costly repairs.

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Drivers count the cost of fluctuating fuel prices

Sharp price rises make it difficult for businesses to balance the books.

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Top 10 car accessories for taxi drivers

Whether you’re looking for tips on what to keep in your car for a seamless workday or looking for ways to boost customer ratings, this article will cover the top items taxi drivers should consider keeping in their cab.

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How to deal with difficult passengers: A guide for taxi drivers

From rude behaviour to aggression, here are some practical tips to help you stay prepared for difficult situations on the road.

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‘We have the technology to save lives on our roads, we need to use it’

The message behind the recent Road Safety Week was ‘Safe Vehicles Save Lives’, highlighting how safe vehicles can make roads safer by being roadworthy, preventing crashes, as well as protecting people in the event of a crash.

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Taxi drivers pay the price for refusing passengers with guide dogs

The law is clear that taxi drivers must take disabled passengers and their assistance dogs. Those who refuse without an exemption face severe sanctions — including losing their taxi badges.

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How cheap vehicle parts could cost you more than money

Experts are warning that saving a few pounds here and there could not only be more expensive in the long run, but it could also cost lives.

Snowy icy road in the UK. Professional drivers should take extra care driving in winter conditions.

Winter driving tips for professional drivers

Professional drivers have a responsibility to take care when driving in severe weather, whether you drive a taxi, minibus, van, or HGV.

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Road safety tips for taxi drivers

It’s vital for taxi drivers to take extra steps to be safe on the roads.

How being smarter about MOT checks keeps fleets road-ready

Having vehicles off the road for repairs costs time and money.

Car video camera attached to the windshield to record driving and prevent danger from driving. Dashcams and CCTV in taxis.

CCTV and dashcams for UK taxis: What you need to know

Installing CCTV and dashcams in taxis is becoming increasingly common across the UK as drivers are looking for more ways to protect themselves and their passengers.

How car dealers are using AI to open doors to new customers

Those in the motor trade have quickly moved up through the gears to put AI to work helping buyers find the right vehicle.