Undoubtedly, fuel is one of the biggest expenditures you’ll have to deal with. And with petrol and diesel costs rising every day this is only likely to get worse. To help you out, the team at Taxi Insurer have compiled this list of 23 ways to save fuel.
As the driver of a taxi you’re under some heavy responsibilities when it comes to the safety of your passengers and other road users. And whether you’re working in a 24-hour urban metropolis like London or a calm rural idyll, there are many laws that you need to be aware of.
If you want to build a successful taxi business nowadays, you’ve got to develop your brand through effective marketing. Word of mouth might have cut it in the past, but in a world where companies like Uber exist, you need to be more proactive with how you spread awareness of your taxi firm.
Taxi drivers have enough on their plate, without getting into trouble with the local council too! Read up on the UK’s littering laws in this Taxi Insurer guide and stay on the right side of the law.
One of the most appealing things about being a self-employed taxi driver is that you can be your own boss. This freedom to set your own hours has led almost 365,000 people in the UK into becoming taxi or private hire drivers.
Confused about the different types of rides? Understand the distinctions between taxis, minicabs, black cabs, and Uber to make an informed choice for your next ride.