The £2.5 billion drive to get polluting cars and trucks off the roads

There are approximately 31 million petrol and diesel cars on the UK’s roads.

Car dashboard

How AI is helping reduce accidents for transport specialists

As technology improves to make vehicles safer and driving experiences more enjoyable, so do the number of distractions, which can have serious and even fatal consequences.

Liverpool sends clear message to drivers who illegally park in taxi ranks

The problem was highlighted in Liverpool last month when licensing officers issued 37 tickets to drivers illegally parked in the city’s taxi ranks.

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Are national taxi standards the way forward?

Industry expert David Lawrie gives his views on the way forward with taxi and PHV licensing regulations.

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.

Beijing, China - July 11, 2024: Chinese tech giant Baidu's driverless taxi, Luobo Kuaipao, is seen on the streets in Yizhuang, Beijing's Economic and Technological Development Area (BDA).

Why China is in pole position with driverless taxis

Chinese firms are “at the forefront” of the global autonomous driving industry – but finance experts believe taxi drivers still have a vital role to play.

Shaun Williamson for iCabbi's Love Local Taxi and Private Hire campaign

Campaign drives support for local taxi companies across the UK

iCabbi has launched the Love Local Taxi & Private Hire campaign to remind passengers about the importance of supporting their local operators.

Two black cabs decorated with balloons for the Liverpool Taxi Outing 2025.

How taxi drivers continue to make a difference in the community

On Wednesday, Liverpool Taxi Drivers Children in Care Outing completed its 41st trip, with youngsters enjoying a fantastic day at Southport’s Adventure Coast theme park.

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Telephone bookings and cash fares has been replaced by digital-first systems.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

EV car charging in a car park

Why taxi drivers face more twists and turns on road to greener motoring

One day, every vehicle on British roads will be an EV. Until then, the reality for most taxi drivers and others who drive for a living is that they face a compromise.

Manchester airport drop-off terminal three

Why airport drop-off fees drive cabbies mad

Taxi drivers and other motorists feel they are being taken advantage of with pick-up and drop-off charges at airports.