How Hard Is It To Become a Minicab Driver in London?
The Knowledge is notorious for being the hardest challenge for becoming a London Black Cab driver. However, there are several other hardships a taxi driver can face, from meeting new emission standards, bearing the PCO licence cost and DBS checks to manoeuvring competition. There are two types of cab drivers in the UK—- heritage hackney carriage drivers and modern private hire vehicles (PHVs) or minicabs. Since minicab drivers don't need to pass the tremendously hard Knowledge training and tests, they think that becoming a minicab driver must be much easier. However, there could be certain challenges for them too. This blog highlights some of those challenges to help aspiring drivers develop realistic expectations and practical goal-setting. Ensuring Vehicle Standards According to TfL A wide range of new regulations and standards have been launched by the TfL. Drivers and fleet operators looking to circulate in Greater London areas have very little time in hand to meet the...