Cars Preferred By Taxi Drivers

One of the most important things for a taxi driver is the choice of car. The chosen model must have the ideal characteristics to be comfortable and provide a good service. For this reason there are some cars preferred by taxi drivers, since they meet these requirements, and they are also inexpensive.

Choosing between a hybrid or electric car?

Today Spanish taxi drivers prefer to collaborate with the environment ; for this reason they tend to choose hybrid or electric motors. This reduces the burning of diesel, and avoids generating more impact on the atmosphere.

Each of these cars helps the environment to a greater or lesser extent . The hybrid car is powered by two engines, one combustion and the other electric. This is a difference from the electric car, which is powered by two electric motors; which are rechargeable and store energy for a long time.

The hybrid vehicle has in its favor that it not only reduces damage to the environment a little, but also offers a fuel alternative. In this way, the car will not depend on a single method, but will always have an alternative option.

Characteristics that a taxi car must have

The requirements that a car must meet to be the taxi driver’s daily tool may change depending on the country. For this reason, it is recommended to buy an approved car; These models come with standard features, which conform to the standards of any country, within the European Union.

One of the requirements for a car to be homologated is the amount of gases that it emanates. For this reason, the cars that are homologated are ecological.   Likewise, it must be a spacious car with at least six seats, since four are usually insufficient. It is about ensuring the comfort of the client and guaranteeing their safety.

It is recommended to buy a new car, directly from a dealer. Buying through the Internet or other means carries risks that some characteristic is inappropriate.

Some cars preferred by taxi drivers

The cars preferred by taxi drivers are the homologated ones, due to their adaptation to the existing regulations and due to the characteristics they comprise. In addition, they are often considered the best models for taxi service. Some of the most suitable models are:

• Nissan leaf

This car was designed to keep fuel cost low. Its mechanism uses little fuel and relies heavily on the electric motor. In addition, it is widely used in 110 European cities; the countries that use the Nissan Leaf the most are: Spain, Hungary, Mexico, the Netherlands and Poland.

• Fiat Type

This vehicle of the Italian brand needs economic maintenance, so it is very suitable for taxi drivers. With it, expenses in the car decrease, favoring better profits for the taxi professional.

In addition to an affordable cost, the Fiat Tipo offers a capacity of 520L in the trunk, and has great comfort in the rear seats. These attributes make it an ideal car for disabled passengers.

• Skoda Rapid

The Skoda Rapid has a simple body, which offers ease of repair. This vehicle  has been improved in the latest versions, offering important technological improvements. One of them is to integrate rear lights with LED technology, and another is the integration of chrome optical connections.

• LTI TX5

This car is the classic “London International Taxi” model; offers a rounded model with classic and elegant features. It is an economical option, since it has an electric motor and does not waste fuel.

The LTI TX5, having a four-cylinder engine, can adapt the engine to process fuel. In its improved model, it can carry up to six passengers comfortably ; In addition, it offers certain technological comfort features, such as having a charging point for mobile devices.

Tourism by taxi

To make tourist tours, taxi drivers must offer a larger model with more comforts. For this reason, one of the most popular models in the world is the Austin TX4. It is an inexpensive and simple model, which has a classic and clean body that makes it elegant.