Lit up taxi cab sign

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Telephone bookings and cash fares has been replaced by digital-first systems.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.

How to choose the right taxi insurance policy

This article will help you choose the right insurance policy tailored to the needs of your taxi business.

Auto accident involving two cars on a city street

What to do after an accident: taxi insurance claims guide

Making a taxi insurance claim is a process which is made easier when the proper steps are followed.

A fleet of taxis parked along a street in an urban setting during daytime. The taxis have illuminated roof signs that read 'TAXI CONTROLLED TAXI-CAB' in bold red and black lettering with yellow accents.

A major mistake to avoid when renewing taxi fleet insurance

Fleet owners who focus just on how much they can save could cost themselves more in the long run.

A person holding a smartphone displaying the Uber app on the screen, with a dark background and a hand interacting with the device.

Union wants drivers to have more choice over taxi insurance

A union wants private hire drivers in London to be able to choose their own private hire taxi insurance, instead of having to pick from a shortlist provided by Uber.

Bridge damage highlights importance of taxi insurance

No taxi driver likes telling their insurer they’ve had a bump and it’s their fault. The cost of repairs could run into hundreds or thousands of pounds, even for a relatively minor scrape, and could affect their taxi insurance premiums.

Taxi ride on a busy route of Devon town UK

Is monthly Taxi Insurance right for you?

Working as a taxi driver has many advantages, including being your own boss and being flexible about when and where you work. As we all continue to feel the pinch with the high cost of living, some taxi drivers might consider monthly policies as they try to make ends meet.

Bus lane, Manchester New Road, Middleton, Manchester.

Should Private Hire Vehicles be allowed to use bus lanes?

As one authority moves towards letting private hire drivers use a bus lane on a busy route, we look at why they aren’t allowed to use them in the first place, and what happens to drivers who ignore the rules.