ULEZ errors are a real problem for taxi drivers
Thousands of drivers are extremely worried that bailiffs will come after them for non-payment of fines after a system glitch from TfL.
‘I made £13 in four hours … being a taxi driver isn’t the bonanza that many think’
Running any business has its challenges, but taxi drivers are faced with the extra difficulty that people think they are raking in money, when the reality is that many are struggling to make ends meet.
Experts share their views on issues facing taxi industry
As the challenges facing the taxi and PHV industry continue to grow, experts are coming up with a range of solutions to the issues they face.
Petrol and diesel taxis are reaching the end of the road
Councils are planning to ban petrol and diesel taxis and PHVs in a bid to cut pollution in several towns and cities.
Taxi drivers warn there aren’t enough cabs to meet new standards
Taxi drivers have warned that there is a shortage of affordable cabs that meet new vehicle standards being proposed in York.
Why dodging potholes could lead to an even bumpier road ahead
While many taxi drivers count themselves lucky for dodging potholes at the last second, their quick reactions could steer them into a lot of trouble, including a driving ban and the loss of their livelihood.
More taxi drivers are helping to save lives
Rapaid bleed kits are designed to save lives on the battlefield and have been placed in key locations including taxis, which can be flagged down in an emergency.
Cabbies left counting the cost of CCTV cameras
It sounds like the perfect tool to add to every taxi and PHV – but drivers aren’t rushing to install them in their cars.
Taxi fares rise to meet higher costs of running cabs
Taxi fares in Glasgow have increased by almost 10% to help cover the rising costs of operating taxis in the city.
Lake District highlights problems caused by licensing differences
Differences in taxi licensing between authorities continue to cause confusion for taxi drivers and passengers, especially in more remote areas.
Rising demand outside the capital for London black cabs
Falling taxi driver numbers in London has led to a drop in the number of black cabs in the capital, and the decline has affected their manufacturer, LEVC.
Taxi drivers faced despicable abuse during riots
This summer’s riots saw violence across the country, and taxi and PHV drivers targeted because of their occupation.