Transport for London (TfL) now faces a potentially significant black cab supply problem created by timing rather than demand. LEVC is ending final assembly of the current TX this month, while its next-generation purpose-built taxi is not scheduled to enter the UK market until the second half of 2027. The Licensed Taxi Drivers’ Association (LTDA) and Freenow by Lyft UKI have both argued that TfL should respond by temporarily relaxing the 12-year age limit affecting older Euro

Emergency fuel surcharges could again become a feature of taxi fare structures across the UK as rapidly rising petrol and diesel prices place fresh pressure on drivers’ operating costs. RAC figures published this week showed average petrol prices jumping to 170.54p per litre, the highest level since 23 August 2022, while diesel reached 192.86p per litre, its highest since 29 July 2022. The motoring organisation said average pump prices had risen by another penny in just 24 ho

Image credit: Freenow by Lyft Freenow by Lyft has partnered with Whizz Kidz to raise money for young wheelchair users through passenger donations made in its app. Passengers can opt to round their fare up to the nearest pound before, during or after a journey. Freenow said 100% of the money collected will go directly to Whizz Kidz, supporting customised mobility equipment, specialist services and the charity’s accessibility advocacy. The partnership follows a Whizz Kidz surve