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Black cab rental crunch looming? Major London fleet warns drivers that taxis may be impossible to guarantee from September

Black cab rental crunch looming? Major London fleet warns drivers that taxis may be impossible to guarantee from September

Black cab rental crunch looming? Major London fleet warns drivers that taxis may be impossible to guarantee from September

Perry Richardson

Aug 302 min read

Can converted electric vans and donor vehicles really cut the cost of a new London black cab?

Can converted electric vans and donor vehicles really cut the cost of a new London black cab?

Can converted electric vans and donor vehicles really cut the cost of a new London black cab?

Perry Richardson

Aug 284 min read

‘REMAINS RELEVANT’: TfL backs RETAINING black cab turning circle rule despite Mayor of London ordering fresh review

‘REMAINS RELEVANT’: TfL backs RETAINING black cab turning circle rule despite Mayor of London ordering fresh review

‘REMAINS RELEVANT’: TfL backs RETAINING black cab turning circle rule despite Mayor of London ordering fresh review

Perry Richardson

Aug 273 min read

Warning lights, worn tyres and repairs: Where responsibility lies between cabbie and fleet owner when renting a taxi

Warning lights, worn tyres and repairs: Where responsibility lies between cabbie and fleet owner when renting a taxi

Warning lights, worn tyres and repairs: Where responsibility lies between cabbie and fleet owner when renting a taxi

Perry Richardson

Aug 262 min read

WAITING FOR THAT SPARK: Will a new taxi, fresh legislation or renewed government grants ignite taxi trade confidence?

WAITING FOR THAT SPARK: Will a new taxi, fresh legislation or renewed government grants ignite taxi trade confidence?

WAITING FOR THAT SPARK: Will a new taxi, fresh legislation or renewed government grants ignite taxi trade confidence?

Perry Richardson

Aug 243 min read

Could London taxi drivers renting a black cab be asked to PAY FOR THEIR TYRE USAGE in the future?

Could London taxi drivers renting a black cab be asked to PAY FOR THEIR TYRE USAGE in the future?

Could London taxi drivers renting a black cab be asked to PAY FOR THEIR TYRE USAGE in the future?

Perry Richardson

Aug 232 min read

SCRAP THE VAT: Government must act now before wheelchair-accessible taxi numbers fall further

SCRAP THE VAT: Government must act now before wheelchair-accessible taxi numbers fall further

SCRAP THE VAT: Government must act now before wheelchair-accessible taxi numbers fall further

Perry Richardson

Aug 184 min read

Government launches ZEV Mandate review: What it could mean for the taxi and PHV sector facing key 2030 and 2035 vehicle transitions

Government launches ZEV Mandate review: What it could mean for the taxi and PHV sector facing key 2030 and 2035 vehicle transitions

Government launches ZEV Mandate review: What it could mean for the taxi and PHV sector facing key 2030 and 2035 vehicle transitions

Perry Richardson

Aug 154 min read

SUPPORTING TWO AMBITIONS: How future Government funding could support electric taxi uptake and prioritise wheelchair-accessible vehicles

SUPPORTING TWO AMBITIONS: How future Government funding could support electric taxi uptake and prioritise wheelchair-accessible vehicles

SUPPORTING TWO AMBITIONS: How future Government funding could support electric taxi uptake and prioritise wheelchair-accessible vehicles

Perry Richardson

Aug 103 min read

‘London is being left behind’: Taxi manufacturer challenges TfL over stalled MAXiCab decision

‘London is being left behind’: Taxi manufacturer challenges TfL over stalled MAXiCab decision

‘London is being left behind’: Taxi manufacturer challenges TfL over stalled MAXiCab decision

Perry Richardson

Aug 72 min read

THE HIDDEN COST OF BLACK CAB BANGERNOMICS: Why cheap taxis can quickly become expensive

THE HIDDEN COST OF BLACK CAB BANGERNOMICS: Why cheap taxis can quickly become expensive

THE HIDDEN COST OF BLACK CAB BANGERNOMICS: Why cheap taxis can quickly become expensive

Perry Richardson

Aug 43 min read

FIVE YEAR EXTENSION: Mid Sussex Council considers extending electric taxi licensing age limit to encourage EV investment

FIVE YEAR EXTENSION: Mid Sussex Council considers extending electric taxi licensing age limit to encourage EV investment

FIVE YEAR EXTENSION: Mid Sussex Council considers extending electric taxi licensing age limit to encourage EV investment

Perry Richardson

Aug 43 min read

London taxi leaders press new Chancellor to exempt black cabs from incoming pay-per-mile tax charges for electric cabs

London taxi leaders press new Chancellor to exempt black cabs from incoming pay-per-mile tax charges for electric cabs

London taxi leaders press new Chancellor to exempt black cabs from incoming pay-per-mile tax charges for electric cabs

Perry Richardson

Aug 12 min read

Cabbies ditch buying new cars as soaring costs triggers huge surge in demand for used vehicles, according to new The Taxi Centre data

Cabbies ditch buying new cars as soaring costs triggers huge surge in demand for used vehicles, according to new The Taxi Centre data

Cabbies ditch buying new cars as soaring costs triggers huge surge in demand for used vehicles, according to new The Taxi Centre data

Perry Richardson

Jul 312 min read

What will taxi drivers be looking for from a next-generation LEVC London black cab?

What will taxi drivers be looking for from a next-generation LEVC London black cab?

What will taxi drivers be looking for from a next-generation LEVC London black cab?

Perry Richardson

Jul 243 min read

LTDA rep urges black cab manufacturer to provide clarity as London taxi trade waits for next-generation cab

LTDA rep urges black cab manufacturer to provide clarity as London taxi trade waits for next-generation cab

LTDA rep urges black cab manufacturer to provide clarity as London taxi trade waits for next-generation cab

Perry Richardson

Jul 213 min read

HUGE REVIEW: Mayor of London asks TfL to review iconic black cab turning circle rule in bid to cut taxi costs

HUGE REVIEW: Mayor of London asks TfL to review iconic black cab turning circle rule in bid to cut taxi costs

HUGE REVIEW: Mayor of London asks TfL to review iconic black cab turning circle rule in bid to cut taxi costs

Perry Richardson

Jul 203 min read

THE MAYOR’S U-TURN: Could new manufacturers finally break into London’s black cab market if TfL drop requirement?

THE MAYOR’S U-TURN: Could new manufacturers finally break into London’s black cab market if TfL drop requirement?

THE MAYOR’S U-TURN: Could new manufacturers finally break into London’s black cab market if TfL drop requirement?

Perry Richardson

Jul 203 min read

BIG EXTRA EXPENSE INCOMING: Addison Lee warns new EV mileage tax could add £840 a year to private hire driver costs

BIG EXTRA EXPENSE INCOMING: Addison Lee warns new EV mileage tax could add £840 a year to private hire driver costs

BIG EXTRA EXPENSE INCOMING: Addison Lee warns new EV mileage tax could add £840 a year to private hire driver costs

Perry Richardson

Jul 162 min read

Uber ends seven-year London EV driver funding scheme with final lump-sum payment offer

Uber ends seven-year London EV driver funding scheme with final lump-sum payment offer

Uber ends seven-year London EV driver funding scheme with final lump-sum payment offer

Perry Richardson

Jul 142 min read

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