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New VAT rules for taxis and private hire start today

From 2 Jan 2026, taxis and private hire vehicles are excluded from a key VAT scheme. Traditional drivers welcome the fairness, while Uber labels it 'absurd'. Find out how it affects your journey.

Amazon's Zoox Recalls 332 Robotaxis for Safety Issue

Amazon's self-driving unit Zoox has recalled 332 robotaxis after they drifted into oncoming traffic. The software flaw has been fixed, but it raises fresh questions about autonomous vehicle safety. Read the full report.

Reece Walsh's Undercover Taxi Driver Role for DiDi

NRL superstar Reece Walsh stunned fans with a secret undercover job as a DiDi driver after leading the Brisbane Broncos to premiership glory. Discover his incredible disguise and passenger reactions.

Glasgow Subway to Get Driverless Trains in 2026

Glasgow's subway system is set for a historic upgrade, with driverless trains expected to launch in late 2026. Discover how this UK-first project will transform the city's transport.

Black Cab Fightback: The Knowledge Applications Surge

London's iconic black cab trade sees a major resurgence as applications for The Knowledge test hit a decade high, boosted by reforms to the legendary exam. Discover the future of the capital's taxis.

Global Taxi Scam Hotspots: US in Top 10

A new study analysing thousands of Reddit posts reveals the world's worst countries for taxi scams, with Turkey topping the list. Learn the most common cons and how to protect yourself.

Foster's 'Uninteresting' First Impression of De Niro

Jodie Foster reveals her initial 'uninteresting' impression of Robert De Niro on the 'Taxi Driver' set, a view transformed by his method acting that changed her craft forever. Discover the full story.

UK bans taxis for asylum seeker medical trips

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces a ban on taxi use for asylum seekers' medical journeys, restricting it to exceptional cases to save taxpayer money. The change follows a BBC investigation.

Waymo's Driverless Cars Coming to London in 2026

Alphabet's Waymo announces plans to bring fully autonomous ride-hailing services to London streets by 2026, following successful US expansion. Discover how driverless technology is transforming urban transport.

Dubai Launches World's First Flying Taxis in 2026

Dubai becomes the first city globally to launch commercial flying taxis in 2026, cutting commute times by half with zero-emission eVTOL aircraft. Discover how this transport revolution will transform urban mobility.

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