People who are known or suspected to have COVID-19 may use non-emergency vehicle services, such as passenger vans, accessible vans, and cars, for transportation to receive essential medical care. When transporting a known confirmed positive passenger, it is recommended that drivers wear an N95 respirator or facemask (if a respirator is not…Read More

Driving a taxi can be a hazardous job because taxi drivers experience assault, robbery, and other forms of violence every day. Violence is often a leading cause of taxi driver deaths, along with motor vehicle crashes.

KeepTaxisAlive.Org recommends the following strategies for taxi drivers to prevent or reduce the likelihood of violence during…Read More

Unfortunately, random stabbings, shootings and beatings are all too common occurrences in today’s taxicab industry. Between 1992 and 2006 700 taxicab drivers were the victims of homicide while driving for work, according to the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health. NIOSH reports that taxi drivers face a greater risk of injury or…Read More

Being a taxi driver requires no formal education and lets you be your own boss and offers flexible hours. If you are successful, it also provides good pay. While the average earnings are only $10.97 per hour, experienced drivers can earn twice that. To become a successful taxi driver, you will need to get the proper training and certification,…Read More