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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 chauffeurs can deliver a 5 star service

Excellent customer service is what leaves a lasting impression and turns one-time passengers into loyal clients.

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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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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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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.

Patons Insurance: Who we are and what we offer

Patons Insurance is a leading Commercial Motor Insurance broker, proudly finding insurance solutions for people who drive for a living.

Cash saved the day for many taxi drivers when clouds went down

Last month’s Amazon Web Services outage crippled many industries that rely on cloud computing services.

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The hidden costs of taxi driving

Aside from the obvious expenses, such as finding the right vehicle and taxi insurance cover, there are other costs that you may not consider if you’re just starting out.

The £2.5 billion drive to get polluting cars and trucks off the roads

There are approximately 31 million petrol and diesel cars on the UK’s roads.

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Are national taxi standards the way forward?

Industry expert David Lawrie gives his views on the way forward with taxi and PHV licensing regulations.

Why taxi insurance premiums are rising in the uk

Why Taxi Insurance premiums are rising in the UK

There are several factors that have pushed up the price of taxi insurance in recent years.

Taxi insurance for Uber drivers: ultimate guide

Here’s what you need to know before insuring your vehicle for Uber.