How taxi drivers can reduce operating costs
It can feel there’s no end to a taxi driver’s outgoings, from the cost of fuel to licensing fees, taxi insurance, as well as vehicle […]
Fleet claims are having a direct impact on business
UK motor insurers paid out a record £11.7 billion in claims in 2024, with rising claims costs driving up the price of fleet insurance premiums.
Crash with a robotaxi? Our experts explain what to do
Patons Insurance has worked with industry experts explain what happens if you are involved in a collision with a robotaxi.
The real cost of owning a vehicle
Research by GAP insurance provider ALA Insurance found that in 2016, the annual cost of owning and running a vehicle was £6,500.
New crew helps Patons bolster its fleet offering
Patons Insurance has appointed a long-serving colleague to a new role as it continues to expand its insurance offering.
Turning point as new EVs become cheaper than petrol cars
Since the 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles was announced, there have been a variety of drives to encourage people to switch.
Busy month as Patons Insurance welcomes new colleagues
Patons Insurance has welcomed six new colleagues to the taxi insurance team in the past month.
The insurance cover taxi drivers have been waiting for
To help drivers deal with distraction and frustration from backseat drivers, new protection is being launched next month…
Patons Insurance launches new taxi insurance product with Admiral at the helm
Patons Insurance has embarked on a new course with Admiral Business to support the launch of a new taxi insurance product to the UK market.
Why is taxi insurance important?
Having taxi insurance is a legal requirement for anyone who operates as a taxi driver or private-hire driver.
Cute critters are leaving drivers with ugly repairs
The winter months have seen insurance claims worth thousands of pounds made on taxi insurance and motor trade insurance policies – with vehicles even being written off – following damage caused by animals.
Oldest taxi business is still driving change after 145 years
As taxi operators tackle the huge task of switching their fleet to electric vehicles, Patons has created a special partnership with GPG to help make the transition go more smoothly.