Taxi Talk

Welcome to Taxi Talk – the voice of the UK taxi industry.

Created by people within the trade, this weekly YouTube show is your go-to for news, views, gossip, and ideas – nothing is off-limits.

18/06/2026

🚗🧳 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗦𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗦𝗸𝗼𝗱𝗮 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗯 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲?🧳

Ashley takes on the Take Me Suitcase Challenge to see how many suitcases he can squeeze into a Skoda Superb Estate before the clock runs out.

🏆 Can he get close to the record of 33 points and 12 suitcases?

😅 Is Ash's strategy genius or complete chaos?

👉 Watch the full episode on Taxi Talk for more challenges, laughs, and transport industry insights.
▶️ YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dnJ_RQp5
🎧 Spotify: https://bit.ly/45gFO3K
🔗 Website: https://taxi-talk.co.uk/

18/06/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 ⚽

Football, food, quizzes, and fierce competition, The industry comes together for a brilliant evening, culminating in the big clash: England vs Croatia.

Brilliant mix of football and industry networking.

17/06/2026

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝘅𝗶 𝗟𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹? 🚖

In this episode of Taxi Talk, Lisa Ridsdale sits down with Gareth Bentley, Head of Licensing at North Yorkshire Council, to discuss the proposed Taxi and Private Hire Licensing Bill and some of the biggest challenges facing the industry today.

From national licensing standards and cross-border working to safeguarding, wheelchair accessible vehicles, electric taxis, and the impact of app-based operators, this conversation provides valuable insight into where the industry could be heading.

💬 Topics discussed:

✅ National taxi licensing standards
✅ Cross-border working and enforcement
✅ Safeguarding and driver responsibilities
✅ Wheelchair accessible vehicle challenges
✅ Electric vehicle adoption and funding
✅ The future of Hackney Carriage and Private Hire licensing

As the industry continues to evolve, these conversations are becoming increasingly important for everyone involved in passenger transport.

What changes would you like to see in taxi licensing and regulation?

👉 Watch the full episode on Taxi Talk:
▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/BS6HhYs4h0w
🎧 Spotify: https://bit.ly/45gFO3K
🔗 Website: https://taxi-talk.co.uk/

17/06/2026

𝗠𝗮𝘅𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 💷

✅ Work peak hours and stay close to busy areas
✅ Learn local demand and be ready for airport runs
✅ Accept jobs quickly & avoid unnecessary empty trips
✅ Track your best shifts and drive efficiently

Work smarter and make every mile count.

15/06/2026

🚖 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗮 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗼𝘁 𝗧𝗮𝘅𝗶 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲?

As self-driving cars become more common, there's one thing technology still can't replace, human compassion.

Mark Bursa shares real-life stories of taxi drivers who have stepped in during medical emergencies, saved lives, supported vulnerable passengers, and made a real difference in their communities.

From performing CPR and helping someone in crisis to raising money for local charities while driving, these moments show why people matter behind the wheel.

👉 Watch the full episode on David Hunter:
▶️ YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dnJ_RQp5
🎧 Spotify: https://bit.ly/45gFO3K
🔗 Website: https://taxi-talk.co.uk/

David Hunter Chris Thalha

14/06/2026

💭 𝐈𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝?

Governments and tech companies talk about creating thousands of new technology jobs, but what happens to the people whose livelihoods could disappear along the way?

Mark Bursa explore the real-world impact of automation, self-driving vehicles, and the rapid push towards a tech-driven future.

While headlines focus on innovation and opportunity, this conversation shines a light on the drivers, families, and communities that could be left behind.

💭 Is technological progress creating opportunity for everyone, or are we overlooking the human cost?

💬 What do you think? Let us know in the comments.

👉 Watch the full episode on Taxi Talk:
▶️ YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dnJ_RQp5
🎧 Spotify: https://bit.ly/45gFO3K
🔗 Website: https://taxi-talk.co.uk/

David Hunter Chris Thalha

14/06/2026

Has uber lost its way ?

14/06/2026

Take Me 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗠𝗶𝗱𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗥𝘂𝗴𝗯𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘀𝗲

We’re delighted to announce our latest partnership with 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗔 𝗖𝗮𝗯 𝗥𝘂𝗴𝗯𝘆, strengthening our growing network of 45+ companies nationwide.

Founded in 2011 by industry veteran 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸, 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗔 𝗖𝗮𝗯 has shown remarkable resilience through the challenges of Covid‑19. With 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱’s leadership and our scaled resources, the business is now positioned to accelerate growth, streamline driver recruitment, secure new corporate accounts, and strengthen its presence in Rugby.

This collaboration reflects Take Me’s mission: supporting local operators with national strength, technology, and operational expertise.

Reflecting on the new venture, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸 and 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 shared a unified vision:

“We look forward to the road ahead.”✨

14/06/2026

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