Car production increased by 3.3% in August, with 92,158 units produced in the UK, according to SMMT figures. These number are encouraging, however the year-to-date volume is still down 17% compared to 2018. The increase is due to the fact that some manufacturers (like BMW, Jaguar- Land Rover, Honda) brought forward their usual summer shutdowns Continue Reading…
Plan Insurance will once more be attending the LPHCA Road Show 2019, which is taking place this Thursday, 26th September, at the London Heathrow Marriott Hotel. We’ll be joining a number of senior figures and experts from across the private hire sector, giving us a great chance to discuss the latest industry news and trends. Continue Reading…
Two years ago, Tfl revoked Uber’s licence, deeming the ride hailing app “not fit and proper”. They were granted upon appeal a 15 month probationary licence, due to expire on Wednesday, 25th September. But on the 24th September, TfL has announced that only a 2 month licence was granted… A rocky two years for the Continue Reading…
Mercedes-Benz are set to officially launch their new zero-emission MPV, the Concept EVQ, in September, ahead of a UK launch in 2021. The vehicle has all the functionality and capabilities needed to succeed, combining an emissions-free drive with the room and comfort required by today’s drivers and passengers. The new Mercedes-Benz EQV will be on Continue Reading…
Through a new partnership with EMaC, BMW and MINI dealers will offer pay monthly service plans to customers. The new initiative was launched to support the brand’s strategic commitment to delivering ‘Best for Customer’ products and programmes, aiming to drive greater customer satisfaction and loyalty. Yvonne Holden, general manager – aftersales development at BMW Group Continue Reading…
Paul Gibson from thechauffeur.com gives his take on the brand new Peugeot 5008 GT Line. In this car review, Paul takes a look at what he describes as one of the ‘funkiest, 7-seater, SUV’s on the market’, the Peugeot 5008 GT Line. Breaking the traditional mould of a Private Hire 7 seater in terms of Continue Reading…
Latest analysis of government figures by Kwik Fit revealed that, in 2018, more than 73,500 drivers in England and Wales were taken to court for having a vehicle which does not meet legal insurance requirements. Despite the fact that drivers committing this offence will first receive a fixed penalty notice of £100, the average fine Continue Reading…
Taxi ride-hailing app FREE NOW have faced the wrath of UK taxi drivers after increasing commission fees on all jobs. Since the 1st August 2019, FREE NOW (previously known as mytaxi) has increased its commission in London to 15%. Announced by email to all FREE NOW registered drivers, the business stated that the surge is Continue Reading…
Plan Insurance Brokers can now offer Black Cab Courier insurance, allowing drivers to use their Knowledge of London to dispatch parcels around the capital, while also carrying out their normal driving duties as professional taxi drivers. In partnership with Envoy, this new exclusive policy allows our black cab clients to dispatch parcels and packages in Continue Reading…
4 London cabbies and friends – known as “The Nifty Nine” – will come together for charity and cycle to Paris and back in 7 days! The Nifty Nine are 9 long time friends from a variety of employment backgrounds, including 4 London cabbies, a policeman, an electrician, a recruitment consultant & a golf player Continue Reading…
