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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 […]

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Busy month as Patons Insurance welcomes new colleagues

Patons Insurance has welcomed six new colleagues to the taxi insurance team in the past month.

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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…

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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.

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Why is taxi insurance important?

Having taxi insurance is a legal requirement for anyone who operates as a taxi driver or private-hire driver.

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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.

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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.