Their raise request was denied, while fees and car payments are cutting into their earnings. New data suggests they make less than cabbies.
Tag Archives: Taxicabs and Taxicab Drivers
Russian Hackers’ Latest Target Is Cab Dispatch Line at J.F.K., U.S. Says
Federal prosecutors say two Queens men worked with Russians to charge cabbies $10 to jump the line at the airport. The scheme was an open secret among drivers competing for fares.
New York City Approves Taxi Fare Hike
Passengers will also pay more for Uber and Lyft rides.
Taxi Jumps Curb, Critically Injuring 3 Pedestrians in Manhattan
The accident happened in the Flatiron district, a neighborhood packed with hotels, bars and restaurants.
A Man Tried to Rob a Bank From the Back of a Taxi. It Didn’t Go Well.
Angel Luis Masdeu, who was sentenced to six years in prison, was “one of the dumbest of the dumb crooks” the police in Hartsville, S.C., have encountered, the department said.
Uber Close to Deal for Partnership With San Francisco Taxi Outfit
Passengers could soon use the Uber app to order taxis in a deal similar to one recently announced in New York City.
Uber Partners With Yellow Taxi Companies in N.Y.C.
The ride-hailing giant is partnering with two taxi technology companies in New York City.
Liverpool Bomber Had Planned for Months, U.K. Police Say
The authorities named the man they believe to be behind an explosion in a taxi outside a hospital, who was also the only person killed, as Emad Al Swealmeen, 32.
N.Y. Taxi Drivers Will Receive Millions in Aid After Hunger Strike
The announcement was a victory for drivers who stopped eating to protest an earlier bailout plan they said did not go far enough.
What the Anti-Vaccine Mandate Protesters Actually Want
They want recognition. Even if it means risking their lives.
N.Y. Cabbies Stage Hunger Strike for More Aid: ‘We’re Not Backing Down’
After exploitative loans buried taxi drivers under crushing debt, some cabbies say the city’s $65 million rescue package does not go far enough.
Gene Freidman, ‘Taxi King’ Who Upended His Industry, Dies at 50
He bid up the price of medallions and borrowed against them. When their value plummeted, immigrant cabbies were left deep in debt.
How to Save New York City’s Cabdrivers
There’s a smart and equitable way to rescue them from their crushing debts.
‘It’s a Godsend’: 9-Cent Taxi Rides in Rural South Korea
One county’s plan to help older, carless citizens stuck in remote villages proved wildly popular and has been copied across South Korea, revolutionizing public transportation in the countryside.
Here’s Why Uber Prices Are Soaring and You Can’t Find a Cab
The number of drivers and for-hire cars on the streets plunged during the pandemic, frustrating those seeking rides as the city starts to recover.
Yellow Cabs and Subways: Everything Old Is New Again
Fewer taxis are on the streets, but for many New Yorkers, cabs and subways are inspiring a nostalgic (and budget-conscious) fervor.
Memorial Day Travel Forecast: Crowds, Traffic and Where is Our Waitress?
As Americans hit the road for the holiday, they may find things crowded, more expensive and with less staff to keep things running smoothly.
$10,000 Flute Left in Cab Nine Years Ago Is Finally Returned
Heidi Slyker, a Boston area musician, said the disappearance had consequences beyond the mere loss of property.
A Rough Ride for N.Y.C. Cabbies
“This business will never be good again,” said one New York City taxi driver struggling to pay off his medallion debt, which was made worse by the pandemic.
New York to Spend $65 Million to Rescue Cab Drivers. Is It Enough?
The city will use part of the money it expects to receive in the federal stimulus package to aid drivers who fell victim to exploitative loans.
How to (Literally) Drive the Coronavirus Away
What’s the transmission risk inside a car? An airflow study offers some insight for passengers and drivers alike.
Autonomous Vehicles Take Another Big Leap
The Amazon-owned Zoox is unveiling an electric self-driving vehicle. But are we ready for driverless cars?
‘Field of Broken Dreams’: London’s Growing Taxi Graveyards
Confronted with deserted streets during the pandemic, drivers are turning in their rented black cabs by the hundreds.
Is This the Worst It’s Ever Been for N.Y.C. Cabbies?
Since the worst days of the pandemic, the parts of city life the taxi industry relies on the most have yet to bounce back.
Pandemic Pushes N.Y.C. Cabbies to the Brink: ‘I Can’t Hold On’
While some businesses have adapted to virus restrictions, the yellow cab industry is especially suffering.
Chinese City of Lanzhou Orders Taxi Drivers to Remove Tattoos
Officials in Lanzhou said tattooed drivers could “cause distress” to passengers. The order has revived a debate over stigmatized body art.
Uber Is Hurting Drivers Like Me in Its Legal Fight in California
We’re in limbo as the ride-hailing company spends millions fighting a new state law.
What Antibody Test Results Show Us
The data from 1.5 million tests confirms how deeply the coronavirus affected lower-income communities.
Uber and Lyft Consider Franchise-Like Model in California
Under pressure to classify their freelance drivers as full-time employees, the ride-hailing companies are discussing another option.
Thinking About Flying? Here’s What You Need to Know Now
Airplane travel is inching back, but staying safe remains a concern. Here’s how to think about approaching a trip.
‘A Tragedy Is Unfolding’: Inside New York’s Virus Epicenter
In a city ravaged by an epidemic, few places have been as hard hit as central Queens.
Coronavirus Decimates N.Y.C. Taxi Industry: ‘The Worst It’s Ever Been’
Drivers have contended with Uber and inflated medallion prices. Now the pandemic has caused rides to plummet by two-thirds or more.