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What’s the difference between private hire and taxi vehicles?
Private hire cabbies pick up pre-booked passengers, whereas taxis pick up curb-side passengers. Understand the nuances in SimplyQuote's latest guide.
Vehicle checks for Uber drivers: 2024 UK Guide
Uber driver vehicle assessments, conducted by a certified mechanic, cover the exterior, interior, and mechanical components to ensure ride-hailing vehicles are safe…
Why private hire drivers need a dash cam in the UK
Dash cams play a pivotal role in protecting taxi drivers against false claims. Find out more in SimplyQuote's guide.
How to decrease costs in a taxi business: 2024 UK Guide
You can decrease taxi business costs by tracking your expenses, upgrading your vehicle, and negotiating better fuel and insurance prices.
How to make conversations with passengers
Asking open-ended questions and finding common topics to discuss are just two ways you can have conversations with your passengers.
Are taxi drivers DBS checked in the UK?
Yes, all UK taxi and private hire drivers must be DBS-checked to obtain their taxi licence. Find out more in SimplyQuote's latest guide.
UK taxi driver shifts explained
Private hire drivers generally work between 41 and 43 hours per week. Find out more in SimplyQuote's latest blog.
How to hire a taxi driver
Hiring a taxi driver is a big responsibility. You must consider things such as licensing, eligibility, contracts, costs, and your company's standards.
Niche markets for private hire drivers
Private hire taxi drivers can diversify their income stream by providing services to niche markets such as schools, corporate offices and tourists.