Sharon Huddleston told BBC Breakfast her daughter would be alive with graduated driving licences. As the government launches a new road safety strategy, campaigners demand tougher rules for new drivers.
The UK government is set to unveil a new road safety strategy, including mandatory eye tests for over-70s and a stricter drink-drive limit. Read the full details here.
The government's new road safety strategy could introduce mandatory eye and cognitive tests for drivers over 70 and lower drink-drive limits. Aim: cut road deaths by 65% by 2035.
A Melbourne bartender details a 'wild goose chase' with a cabbie who refused to use the meter. He fought back with false bookings, sparking a debate on passenger protections and industry reform.
A Melbourne bartender details a 'wild goose chase' feud with a taxi driver who refused to use the meter and overcharged him. He reports the incident to authorities and 13cabs.
A registrar doctor, double the alcohol limit, caused a head-on crash leaving a taxi driver with serious injuries in North Shields. He received a suspended sentence.
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.
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.
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.
Former CNN anchor Don Lemon shares hilarious moment his taxi driver didn't recognise him while watching The Don Lemon Show. The journalist was left stunned.
The Coronation Street cast's Christmas party took a dramatic turn when two people were knocked down by a taxi outside the Manchester venue. Read the full story and see the stars' glamorous arrivals.
Activists from the Take Back Power group targeted The Ritz in Mayfair with a pungent protest against wealth inequality. Read the full story on the demonstration and police response.
Hollywood icon Jodie Foster reveals she views acting as a 'cruel job' she was thrust into as a child and discusses her protective stance towards young stars today. Discover her candid reflections.
British farmers were arrested in London after a Budget Day tractor protest against an agricultural inheritance tax. Read their story and the claims of political policing.
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.
A quick-thinking taxi driver swerves to avoid a head-on collision with a car speeding on the wrong side of the A249 in Kent. Watch the dramatic dashcam footage.
Two women from Bournemouth have been ordered to pay £200 after boasting on social media about dodging a taxi fare. The court heard the driver has stopped night work due to anxiety. Read the full story.
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.
Ashok and Manju Puri have earned millions transporting asylum seekers in taxis, as Home Office bans practice except in exceptional circumstances. Discover the full story.
New Home Office rules restrict taxi use for asylum seekers' medical trips, saving millions. Alternative transport required from February. Read the full details.
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.
Passengers reveal being refused short taxi trips from Sydney airport, while drivers cite hours-long queues. Discover the transport crisis and potential solutions.
At least four pro-Palestine protesters arrested at Zara's Fifth Avenue store during Black Friday sales. NYPD reports 70 demonstrators in area. Read the latest developments.
French police will begin intercepting migrant 'taxi boats' at sea following pressure from the UK Government. Read the full story on the new Channel crossing strategy.
Black cab companies charge up to £400 for festive lights tours, but visitors question the value. Discover the premium experience and a Cotswolds market fiasco.
Watch the terrifying footage of a passenger putting a Dubai taxi driver in a chokehold and threatening to kill him. The driver suffered injuries in the vicious assault.
New national licensing reforms will introduce rigorous vetting for all taxi drivers in England to improve passenger safety and tackle out-of-area working issues.
Ride-sharing firm Bolt has launched a new bidding trial across nine UK cities and criticised a potential 20% VAT on fares. Discover how this affects drivers and passengers.
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.
A police road safety expert reveals five crucial tips for young drivers during Road Safety Week. Learn how to stay safe and reduce risks on UK roads.