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Road safety tips for taxi drivers

It’s vital for taxi drivers to take extra steps to be safe on the roads.

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.

How being smarter about MOT checks keeps fleets road-ready

Having vehicles off the road for repairs costs time and money.

Car video camera attached to the windshield to record driving and prevent danger from driving. Dashcams and CCTV in taxis.

CCTV and dashcams for UK taxis: What you need to know

Installing CCTV and dashcams in taxis is becoming increasingly common across the UK as drivers are looking for more ways to protect themselves and their passengers.

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Drivers pay the penalty for illegally plying for hire at football ground

Rules and regulations are created and enforced for a reason – to keep drivers and passengers safe. And those who might be tempted to flout them pay a hefty price if they are caught.

How car dealers are using AI to open doors to new customers

Those in the motor trade have quickly moved up through the gears to put AI to work helping buyers find the right vehicle.

Patons Insurance: Who we are and what we offer

Patons Insurance is a leading Commercial Motor Insurance broker, proudly finding insurance solutions for people who drive for a living.

Cash saved the day for many taxi drivers when clouds went down

Last month’s Amazon Web Services outage crippled many industries that rely on cloud computing services.

Most (and least) reliable car brands in the UK – where does yours fit in?

Affordability and reliability are two key factors most drivers look at when buying a car.

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Why taxi and private hire drivers are switching to EVs in 2025

With the government’s push towards greener transport, taxi drivers are increasingly weighing the benefits of switching from petrol/diesel to electric vehicles.

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How taxi drivers can stay safe on the road

A recent robbery in Hampshire highlights the dangers taxi drivers regularly face.

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EVs are starting to match economic diesels for range

As technology continues to improve, EVs are now starting to match the range of similar diesel models – making them a real option for people who drive for a living.