LEVC TX Taxi: The TaxiPoint Drivers Review

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The move away from diesel to electric powered taxi is without one of the biggest changes to our trade in recent times.

TaxiPoint was given the opportunity to conduct an open and honest review of the new LEVC TX taxi. This review conducted over the course of a week looks at the following different areas from the drivers perspective:

What’s differentThe drivers cabinThe passenger cabinChargingAnd the final verdict

In the coming weeks we’ll also be touching on more bite sized features surrounding the vehicle.

Does the TX taxi live up to the hype? Did it offer fuel savings? Find out today!

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Private Hire Driver crashes to his death moments after being beaten by thugs

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A private hire driver from Telford has died when the car he was driving veered off the road and collided with a tree. Minutes before the collision, PHV driver Ishfaq Hussain was punched and kicked repeatedly following an altercation with two men, John Cox and Brandon Dowen, who chased him in their Peugeot car. A jury at Stafford Crown Court heard that Hussain had stopped to ask directions from Dowen's girlfriend earlier in the night at around 10pm. The jury heard that she had taken the question the wrong way and ended up swearing at him. CCTV footage of the incident showed Hussain drive off immediately following the altercation with the woman. The woman was picked up shortly after by her boyfriend Brandon Dowen and John Cox, telling them that an Asian minicab driver had tried to "chat her up". The defendants seeked to find Mr Hussain and "teach him a lesson" according to a report in the Shropshire Star, and it wasn't long before they were able to pursue him. Hussain now had a passenger in his vehicle. The jury heard that the defendants stopped alongside Hussain. Cox exited the Peugeot and kicked Hussain's red Skoda before pulling off the rear wiper. Prosecuting barrister Mr Robert Price said Mr Hussain then drove off, being pursued by the defendants. The chased reached speeds in excess of 60mph. Mr Hussain decided to pull over to the side of the road. This time Dowen exited his vehicle and began to punch and kick Hussain in the face while he sat behind the wheel of his minicab. Minutes after the attack, Mr Hussain, 50, who worked for private hire firm Telford Go Carz, crashed his vehicle into a tree. He died at the scene from multiple injuries. Dowen and Cox now face charges of manslaughter. Both men deny the charges. The trial continues.

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Another 50 London Iconic Taxis Bite The Dust

Another 50+ taxis have been decommissioned and taken off the road last week (100+ week before).

That takes the total to over 1100 Removed from London’s fleet in the last 6 months.

1100 is the figure what should be coming off for the ‘whole’ year, so why are we seeing double the expected rate ?

It’s clear garages are now taking advantage of the decommissioning scheme because there is no demand for rental. We know badge surrenders are at a all time high, but how many have kept their badge but are not active as Taxi drivers? 

How many younger drivers have gone back to their old jobs?

We’ve also found with the help of  FOIs  that congestion zone entry is down 14% in 2yrs. 

This doesn’t bode well adding to that, only 700 new driver licences issued last year (which will drop dramatically due to the big decrease in KOL applications). 

The trade (driver & vehicles) is contracting at a rapid pace.

TAXI LEAKS EXTRA BIT: 

We are told that the e-Taxi is selling well but the truth is the stats are flawed because of “special deals” being done by larger garages who have eaten away significantly at the government subsidy which is nearly all gone. 

The hope is that drivers won’t be able to rent TX’s or Vito’s and will have to pay the inflated prices of electric cabs. 

But with the massive drop in knowledge students coming through the system, this plan looks very unlikely. 

At the recent seminar arranged by GLA Council or David Kurten, only one trade org actually bothered to turn up and yet every org and Union had a personal invite and reminder. 

Only one org turned up the LCDC and only one org has a plan to go forward. 

So please, find a quiet moment and take the time to watch this video.... it’s just over 30 minutes long but it’s an eye opener. 

The more I hear about the LTDA and other orgs stance on the trade, the more I become worried that unless we act soon, it will all disappear...as Tommy Trinder used to say “before your very eyes”.

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Kids Go FREE: Chessington break from £155 - 1nt hotel, breakfast, theme park entry & 2nd day free

Pirates, the awesome Chessington Holidays have a great deal on offer right now, an overnight stay in a choice of accommodation with breakfast included as well Kids Go FREE and 2nd Day FREE entry too. There is a choice of dates throughout the summer and you can pick to stay onsite in the Resort Hotel,… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Flash Sale: Flights to Istanbul, Turkey from just £56rtn

It's time for another flash sale pirates! Pegasus is offering 30% off its flights between London and Istanbul, but you have to book today to take advantage! The Turkish city offers delicious food, rich history and culture and some beautiful architecture - the ideal autumn city break. Discounted flights are available between October 15th 2018… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Cute Corfu half board late season holiday from £255pp - 7nts hotel, flights, luggage & transfers

Ahoy pirates, we have found this bargain holiday to Corfu on our package finder staying for a week on a half board basis. The Greek getaway is based on 2 sharing, includes flights, luggage and transfers and there is a choice of airports at great prices. Holiday details Travel duration: 7 nights Example date: 4th… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

4* Miami Beach group holiday 7nts from £661pp - incl. boutique hotel, flights & breakfast

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David Cameron's ex-advisor to lead lobbying for Uber

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David Cameron's ex-deputy political director, Adam Atashzai, has been hired to head up Uber's Northern Europe lobbying team.

Atashzai, who was made an MBE by David Cameron for political and public service in 2016, has been working for PR and lobbying firm Finsbury since the former Prime Minister's resignation after the European Referendum defeat.

Uber, who successfully challenged Transport for London's refusal to renew their operators license, have claimed that they are looking to move away from the "move fast and break things" culture, and operate with greater corporate responsibility.

Adam Atashzai's appointment comes on the back of Uber being granted a 15 month license in London.

There has in the past been serious questions asked in relation to David Camerons links with Uber.

These links, as revealed by Guy Adams in The Daily Mail, have included a close personal relationship between the Cameron family, and former senior vice-president of communications and public policy for Uber Rachel Whetstone.

According to Powerbase Info Atashzai particularly impressed George Osbourne, the former Chancellor of the Exchequor under David Cameron's regime, another who according to The Daily Mail has links to Uber via BlackRock, a major investor in Uber.

Business Live have reported that Uber's new incumbent will be responsible for entering into dialogue with various government's across Europe, as well as charities and academic institutes.

The role across Northern Europe will take in the UK, Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg regions as well as Nordic areas.

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End-of-season Costa Brava from £84pp: 4nt group getaway - incl. flights & apartment (4-share)

Arr mateys! If you can hold out til the end of the season, we've spotted an excellent value for money holiday to Costa Brava, staying at the 4* Blau Apartments in popular Lloret de Mar just one minute walk from the beach. We've based this holiday on 4 people sharing and it starts from just… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

4* Costa Rica autumn break from £656pp - incl. 7nts resort, flights, breakfast & transfers

Bag yourselves some tropical goodness with this package to beautiful Costa Rica! You'll be spending 7 nights at the 4* Esplendor Tamarindo - a property as lush as the jungle that surrounds it, situated almost right on the beach. The infinity pool looks out over the sea, and there's even a spa onsite if you… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

64 year old Private Hire Driver punched unconscious during unprovoked attack in Kent

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A 64 year old private hire driver was brutally beaten in what can only be described as an unprovoked attack while he was sitting behind the wheel of his vehicle waiting by the side of the road. Rob King, a grandfather who works for minicab firm Royal Taxis in Blue Town was knocked unconscious during the assault that left him with bad cuts and bruises. One of King's front teeth was also knocked out. King was taken to Maritime Hospital where he was treated for his injuries and later released. The attack happened in the early hours of Sunday July 1, when Mr King was waiting for his fare outside the Cyprus Kebab and pizza shop on Sheerness High Street. Without any warning the attacker walked up to King's driver-side window and began to reign punches into the side of his face. King who was a former champion boxer was unable to react before he lost consciousness. King is now left too scared to work, leaving him without the income of the job. According to a report in the KentOnline, police have arrested a 19-year-old man from Sheerness who has been charged with actual bodily harm and will appear at Maidstone Magistrates Court on Thursday, July 26.

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Pretty Poland: Warsaw city break from £69pp - 2nts hotel & flights

Pirates, Warsaw is a super cute city and even better it is mega cheap once you are there, so we have teamed cheap flights with a great accommodation in the Polish Capital. The trip to wonderful Poland is based on 2 sharing and comes in at under £70 per person - bargain! How to book:… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Chic Rhodes 4* holiday 7nts from £398pp - incl. hotel, flights, breakfast, transfers & more

Ahoy pirates! We've spotted some fantastic August rates over at the stylish 4* K Boutique Hotel in Ixia in Rhodes within easy reach of the picturesque medieval city of Rhodes and just a short walk from the beach. Breakfast is included along with a welcome drink on arrival, and you also have the benefit… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

5* Manchester hotel stay from £37.50pppn - indoor pool & onsite spa: Dates til end of summer

Pirates, add a little luxury to your summer with a stay at the Radisson Blu Edwardian, nicely located in central Manchester. This 5* property has an indoor pool and stunning spa on site, with facilities that include a steam room, Moroccan Rasul, sauna and Jacuzzi. We've added availability for the summer months below. The cheapest… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Late season Ibiza break from £231pp - incl. 7nts hotel, flights, bags & transfers

Party pirates, grab an end of season bargain with our Package Finder! Azuline Llevant Hotel is located right in San Antonio Town, close to all manner of the Ibiza action! Late September is when a lot of the island's hottest clubs are winding down, and with this deal you can be there for the famous… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Elegant 4* Sicily holiday 7nts from £363pp - incl. flights, rustic hotel & breakfast

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Tenerife 4* hotel stays from €39 per night - incl. free bottle of wine (flights from £99 rtn)

Pirates, our mateys at Diamond Resorts are offering this great deal staying at a lush hotel in sunny Tenerife - you even get a free bottle of wine! There are dates available from August 2018 with the cheapest dates from April to the end of June 2019 so why not secure next years holiday at… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

No carbs before Marbs: 6nt end-of-summer Spanish stay from £269pp incl. flights & 4* apartments

Remember the golden rule pirates; no carbs before Marbs. Luckily this end-of-season bargain holiday gives you plenty of time to prep for bikini and speedo season. Late-September dates for Marbella holidays have dropped to an astonishingly low, starting from just £269 per person, based on 2 sharing for 6 nights in self-catering apartments at a… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Luxe 4* Croatia beach holiday 7nts from £387pp - incl. flights, hotel & breakfast

Arrr pirates! Next up we are sending you to Croatia with a stay at the gorgeous, contemporary 4* Amadria Park Jure Hotel just by the beach in Šibenik. The hotel boasts a selection of pools and restaurants overlooking the sea along with a chic beach club. Breakfast is included and we've found good rates in… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Super chic 4* hotel in central Paris from £40pppn - weekend dates this summer

We know you pirates are a wicked bunch, so it's our pleasure to share the 4* Vice Versa - a Paris hotel inspired by the seven deadly sins. Ooh la la! The concept hotel was designed by Chantal Thomass, features gorgeous guest rooms and even features a hammam decorated in red and black. The cheapest… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT