We explore the history of the taxi trade and uncover interesting facts which may test your knowledge about the taxi profession. When was the taxi first invented? If you are clued up on your taxi knowledge, this name may resonate with you. Gottlieb Daimler built the word’s first taxi in 1897 – the Daimler Victoria Read the full article…
There are an estimated 285,400 licenced taxis and private hire vehicles on the country’s roads and government figures show the number is on the up. If you are thinking of joining their ranks one of the first decisions you’ll need to make is whether to buy a new or a used vehicle. What are the Read the full article…
We delve into the world of electric hybrids and taxis to see what society are doing to introduce them onto our roads. With society’s focus on building more of an economically friendly environment, more of us are now purchasing electric cars in a bid to reduce fuel emissions, and that also goes for electric taxis. Read the full article…
Searching for the best deal? Almost 12 months ago, the taxi community was rocked by the collapse of an insurer, affecting thousands of taxi drivers across the UK. ChoiceQuote stepped in to help those affected at the time by offering alternative cover with leading companies. Using our experience dating back to 1995 and relationships with Read the full article…
ChoiceQuote is celebrating having been Highly Commended at the UK Customer Service Excellence Awards. The company has picked up commendations for the Best Customer Engagement and Best Use of Customer Feedback categories at the UK Customer Service Excellence Awards which took place at a prestigious ceremony at Cafe de Paris in London on Wednesday 10th Read the full article…
The Government is considering bringing in tighter security checks for taxi and private hire cab drivers around the country. The move is intended to help protect vulnerable passengers and keep those using taxis and minicabs safe, but what impact will it have on you as a taxi driver? The Department for Transport (DfT) has launched Read the full article…
2019 is an important year for electric vehicles. Many major car brands have either already released, or are set to unleash their newest models into the world of eco-friendly driving. From the Jaguar I-pace to the Tesla Model 3, here are the electric cars you need to watch in 2019. There are some exciting new Read the full article…
There are some significant changes planned to affect the London transport network in 2019 and beyond. These include new cycling routes and changes to London’s bus networks. Discover how taxi drivers could be affected as the capital continues to adapt to demands from a growing population. Central London has dramatically changed in recent years due Read the full article…
It’s the perfect time to discuss the most significant car buying trends for 2019. From increased customer awareness of the market to a growing demand for ‘almost new’ used cars, car traders, mechanics and dealers will want to take note of this year’s evolving landscape to support their business. There’s no better time than now Read the full article…
Taxi drivers spend more time on UK roads than most and statistically they’re more likely to incur various road fines. From wearing headphones when driving to buckling up your child passengers, here is what taxi drivers need to know to avoid unnecessary penalties. Only a handful of professions require you to spend as much time Read the full article…
