Taxi Insurance Guides & News

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How to become a taxi or private hire driver

This guide will take you through what you need to know to get on the road and start earning with confidence.

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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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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​​​​.

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A beginner’s guide to UK taxi insurance

This guide breaks down the basics of taxi insurance, including the types of cover available, what affects your premiums, and how to get a quote.

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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.

Taxis are waiting passengers at Saturday when is busiest day in Leeds Street.

Would you put AI in the driving seat of your taxi insurance?

As efficient and time saving as AI can be, concerns have been raised about the accuracy of the overviews it produces.

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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.

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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.

Taxi drivers adapting to the rise in booking apps

How independent drivers are adapting to competition

Telephone bookings and cash fares has been replaced by digital-first systems. This means independent taxi drivers have had to adapt their business models.

UBER Car in an English city centre. The decision has been made to extend the trial of allowing Cash Payments for UBER trips

Why cash could still be king for taxi drivers

UBER’s cash payment option has been extended to all UK cities, except London, where it is under review.

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.