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United Kingdom · United KingdomThe RAC has recently alerted Energy Secretary Claire Coutinho to the issue of inflated fuel retailer margins, emphasising that UK drivers continue to face higher costs at the pumps than is justified. Despite government efforts to improve transparency in fuel pricing and ongoing scrutiny by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), retailer profits remain stubbornly high. Fuel Watch analysis by the RAC shows that diesel margins have consist…See the Story
FUEL PRICE FAIRNESS: Drivers still paying over the odds at the pumps
Uber · United KingdomAn Uber driver's erratic motorway journey ended in a courtroom this week, after he was caught driving under the influence of cannabis. Oshane Samuels, 35, pleaded guilty to the offence at Swindon Magistrates' Court. On 20 November 2023, Samuels was reported for erratic driving on the M4, prompting police intervention. Driving a Toyota Prius between Junctions 14 and 15, he was observed veering across lanes and eventually pulling over on the har…See the Story
Part-time Uber driver banned after drug driving on M4
Taxis · United KingdomIn the latest exploration of the London taxi driver's world, a recent video on Tom the Taxi Driver's YouTube channel, "Taxi Driving is the BEST Job... Here's Why!" unveils the freedom, financial independence, and job satisfaction that comes with this unique career choice. Tom reveals that being a taxi driver in London offers unparalleled autonomy. He explains how he didn't need to seek permission to take an extended break, a stark contrast to …See the Story
London cabbie and YouTuber Tom Hutley reveals just why driving a taxi is the ‘best job’
Cab Drivers · United KingdomFREENOW launched its 'Fixed Fare' initiative, targeting the London night-time market. Starting yesterday, taxi drivers using the app will be able to offer fixed fares from 8pm to 7am on weekdays. This initiative is designed to make fares transparent, allowing passengers to know the cost of their journey upfront. FREENOW believes this transparency will encourage more users to book taxis through their app, potentially increasing overall demand an…See the Story
Do FIXED price taxi fares boost bookings or do they simply drive cabbies away?
Uber · LincolnLincoln's traditional taxi drivers are facing a significant decline in business, with many attributing this downturn to the influx of Uber drivers, licensed in other cities, entering the local market. Local hackney cab operators have expressed concerns that Uber drivers, although licensed by different councils, are venturing into Lincoln and offering services at reduced prices. These drivers, predominantly licensed in cities like Wolverhampton,…See the Story
Lincoln taxi trade threatened by out-of-town Uber drivers say cabbies
Cab Drivers · United KingdomTaxi drivers in Blackpool are leading a charge for legislative change, urging colleagues nationwide to support a petition aimed at overhauling cross-border hiring laws. The petition, which has already garnered 490 signatures, proposes that taxis and private hire vehicles (PHVs) should be licensed in the area where a journey starts or finishes to accept a booking. Cross-border hiring is the practice that currently allows PHV drivers licensed i…See the Story
CROSS-BORDER PETITION: Blackpool taxi drivers urging cabbies nationwide to support action to change controversial rule
App · United KingdomIn a bid to entice more passengers onto the FREENOW app the mobility firm has announced the launch of its 'Fixed Fare' initiative. Starting today, taxi drivers using the app will notice a new option for some jobs during the night hours, specifically from 8pm to 7am on weekdays. The initiative aims to provide passengers with a locked price before they book their ride. The move comes as a response to passenger preferences for transparency in pr…See the Story
New FIXED price taxi fares on FREENOW app aiming to boost night-time cab bookings
United Kingdom · United KingdomThe Ford RideLondon-Essex is set to return on Sunday 26 May, bringing with it significant road closures across central London, east London, and Essex. The event, featuring 100, 60, and 30-mile rides, attracts up to 25,000 cyclists. Road Closures and Disruptions Expect extensive road closures and delays until 21:00, especially on key routes such as the A12 around the Blackwall Tunnel, A13, and A406. The event's 2024 route remains largely unch…See the Story