The very real cost of fake AI insurance claims
While the benefits of AI are being seen around the world daily, some of its more sinister uses could lead to everyone paying more for insurance.
How centralisation of taxi data could impact insurance
A national database of taxi and private-hire details could help take rogue drivers off the road and benefit everyone in the long run.
Vaping and smoking in cabs – what are the rules?
People who flout the rules face a £50 fixed-penalty notice which increases to a maximum fine of £200 if the case goes to court.
National licensing standards should put drivers first, says union
A union which represents the taxi and private-hire trade is calling for drivers to be at the heart of proposed national licensing standards which protect them and their well-being.
Budget brings changes and worries for taxi industry
The Budget has introduced two major changes for the taxi industry, with VAT being added to fares booked through ride-hailing apps and EV drivers being charged for every mile they drive.
How AI is helping reduce accidents for transport specialists
As technology improves to make vehicles safer and driving experiences more enjoyable, so do the number of distractions, which can have serious and even fatal consequences.
Liverpool sends clear message to drivers who illegally park in taxi ranks
The problem was highlighted in Liverpool last month when licensing officers issued 37 tickets to drivers illegally parked in the city’s taxi ranks.
Are national taxi standards the way forward?
Industry expert David Lawrie gives his views on the way forward with taxi and PHV licensing regulations.
Are national taxi standards the only way to improve safety?
Taxi drivers, base owners and operators, and passengers will help determine whether the UK needs to introduce national taxi standards.
Automated taxis to have drivers after serious injury lawsuit
A robo-taxi company will be putting people back in the driving seat after one of its autonomous vehicles dragged a pedestrian along a road, resulting in horrific injuries and a multi-million-dollar lawsuit.
I received a ULEZ fine . . . but my car was in Ukraine at the time
Taxi drivers and thousands of other motorists receive fines and charges for entering congestion and emissions zones.
Speed limit ‘prank’ is nothing to laugh about
Few people like being pranked, especially when it leads to a fine, points on their driving licence, rising insurance premiums, a driving ban and, in the case of taxi drivers, the loss of their livelihood.