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  Hackney carriage - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Motorised hackney cabs, traditionally all fl in colour, have the popular name of fl cabs, although other colours also appear, most frequently when advertising campaigns call for the respraying of large groups of cabs in vivid brand liveries.
In London, hackney-carriage drivers have to pass a test called The Knowledge to demonstrate they have an intimate knowledge of London streets.
London Taxi drivers are not restricted in any way as to the distance thay can take somebody — for instance to Southampton or any airport.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Hackney_carriage   (554 words)

  
 About London Taxis
Taxis, Cabs and Hackneys are all terms describing vehicles which are legally allowed to ply for hire - it is an offence for other types of vehicle to display the words 'Taxi', 'Cab' or 'Hire'.
Taxi operations outside London are controlled by local authorities under the provisions of various Acts of Parliament: the Town Police Clauses Act 1847, the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976 [which extends the 1847 Act], the Transport Act 1985 and bye-laws subject to Home Office approval.
If the taxi is waiting on a rank or at a stand, he or she must take the fare (unless there is a reasonable reason not to - whatever reasonable may mean).
www.londonblackcab.com /ourtaxis.htm   (740 words)

  
 SUNSHINE TAXI
Sunshine Taxi and Livery's fleet is made up of late model Ford Crown Victoria's, a 14-passenger van and two LONDON TAXI’S. The van is used for groups going to the airport, Black Falcon Pier in Boston, or where ever a group needs to go.
One London Taxi, is a bright yellow Civilized Taxi with all of the markings of a London Cab.
Both the London Executive Sedan and the yellow London Taxi, offers side-entry wheelchair accessibility with a fold-down wheelchair ramp, a child booster seat is built in for the safety of our younger passengers, independent heat and air conditioning for the driver and passengers.
www.sunshine-taxi.com   (564 words)

  
 CanadianDriver: A brief history of the London taxi
The operators of these taxis are legendary for their encyclopedic knowledge of the British capital but the fascinating history of the vehicles they drive is less apparent to the casual observer.
A London taxi must undergo rigorous periodic inspections and is retired after 10 to 12 years and hundreds of thousands of miles of service.
Many private owners are members of the London Vintage Taxi Association, founded in 1978 and dedicated to the preservation and enjoyment of London taxis of all ages.
www.canadiandriver.com /articles/mj/taxi.htm   (1242 words)

  
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London Mayor Ken Livingstone and London 2012 Chairman Sebastian Coe were introduced to the drivers of the cabs by Ian Pickering, Chairman of Manganese Bronze, the parent company of London Taxis International.
Mr Pickering said: "London Taxis International manufacturers of the famous London fl taxi, are pleased to back London's bid to host the 2012 Games by producing a special edition London 2012 liveried taxi.
Phil Davis, licensed taxi driver and founding Master of the Company of Hackney Carriages, said: "A lot of taxi drivers traditionally come from and live in East London, and London 2012's plans would regenerate large parts of the area.
www.london2012.org /en/news/archive/2004/november/2004-11-18-15-35.htm   (409 words)

  
 BBC - h2g2 - The History of the London Black Taxi Trade
The first fl taxi in London was the hackney coach in the 17th Century.
This makes the licensed taxi trade the oldest regulated public transport system in the world, and it is the people in the trade that have demanded it this way.
The London Taxi Drivers' Fund for Underprivileged Children was started in 1928 when 12 London taxi drivers took children from a local orphanage to London Zoo.
www.bbc.co.uk /dna/h2g2/A744888   (1588 words)

  
 London
London is Europe's largest city, with a population of seven and a half million people who come from every part of the planet.
This is a place with world-famous character - even Harvey and Mabel from Ohio know many of the highlights and icons of London - fl taxi cabs, red double-decker buses, and unsmiling guardsmen in bearskin hats.
London's parks are a pleasant break from the noise of the city.
www.richard-seaman.com /Travel/UK/London   (584 words)

  
 WORTHPLAYING - - All about games !
London Taxi, developed by Data Design Interactive, is a driving game based on the Official FX4 London Black Cab.
London Taxi will be set in London England, complete with landmarks such as: Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, and Hyde Park.
The London Taxi game will be based on what Black cabs do best; collecting customers and taking them to famous London destinations within the time limit to get paid.
www.worthplaying.com /article.php?sid=25385&mode=thread&order=0   (263 words)

  
 London Transport - Taxi
London Black Taxis' (which are no longer exclusively fl) are licensed and regulated by the Public Carriage Office which is part of London's Metropolitan Police.
Unlike unlicensed 'minicabs' fl taxis can pick passengers up when hailed in the street, and are available when their distinctive yellow 'For Hire' sign at the front of the Taxi is lit.
Black Cab London can also arrange your return journey at the time of booking.
www.londonby.com /transpor/taxi.htm   (208 words)

  
 BBC NEWS | UK | Taxi driver: London
The BBC is looking at the lives of five taxi drivers - who know the streets of the world's capitals better than anyone - and talking to them about their work, their city and the problems they face.
All this has to be done by motorbike, as it is not permitted to become a fl cab driver until you have passed the Knowledge.
London's Black Cabs are an essential part of the city's image.
news.bbc.co.uk /1/hi/uk/3531724.stm   (743 words)

  
 london taxi sightseeing tour london's famous black cab full commentary
Black Taxi Tours can be modified to follow the route you choose, and you can stop as long and as often as you want to take photos.
London's Taxifahrer fuehren Sie perfekt durch London - ihr tiefes Wissen ueber London ist unuebertroffen.
Ein Taxifahrer in einem schwarzen Taxi ist der perfekte Reiseleiter, welcher Sie durch faszinierenden mit Geschichte ausgefuellten Nebenstrassen fuehren kann, wo Sie ansonsten sicherlich etwas vermissen koennten.
www.studios92.com /guide/taxi_tour.htm   (2528 words)

  
 Data Design Interactive to release “London Taxi Rush Hour” as a Digital Download. // GamesIndustry.biz
The "London Taxi Rush Hour" game will be based on what fl cabs do best; collecting customers and taking them to famous London destinations within the time limit in order to get paid.
The Official London Black cab itself is perfectly rendered, and features environment mapping to bring out the high-polished look of the famous London Black Cabs.
There will be a special demo available within the next few days which will be called "London Taxi Rush Hour" May Fair which is where this level is based, and over the next few weeks there will be more levels made available, and special challenges with league tables for the best taxi driver of London.
www.gamesindustry.biz /press_release.php?aid=8791   (506 words)

  
 London Heathrow Airport
The airport is situated 15 miles (24km) west of London.
Heathrow is on the Piccadilly underground line, which takes passengers into central London in around 40 minutes; it is a slower way to travel, but much cheaper.
London's fl taxi cabs also service Heathrow Airport, the journey time to central London varies from 20 minutes to one hour, depending on traffic.
londonheathrow.airporthotelservice.com /london_heathrow_airport.html   (252 words)

  
 Greater London Authority - Press Release
Five London 2012-branded taxis were unveiled today at City Hall, in a further demonstration of public support for London’s bid to host the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Mayor Ken Livingstone and London 2012 Chairman Sebastian Coe met taxi drivers and Ian Pickering, chairman of Manganese Bronze, the parent company of London Taxis International which is producing the special edition cabs.
They have unrivalled knowledge of London’s streets and landmarks, greatly adding to the London experience, be they a tourist, a Londoner, or a potential spectator at a London 2012 Olympic Games.
www.london.gov.uk /view_press_release.jsp?releaseid=4553   (578 words)

  
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Taxi sales increased to 1,242 in the first half of 2004 (including 162 exports) from 1,046 (including 8 exports) in 2003.
The number of taxis sold or registered in the UK during the month of February 2004 was 90 (2003 182).
Sales of taxis to the USA in the second half of the financial year are expected to be adversely affected by the current strength of sterling to the US dollar.
www.manganese.com /pr/12   (1577 words)

  
 Black Cabs and Taxi in London
The Black Cabs and Taxi in London are world famous and provide a reliable service you can depend on.
The fl cabs and taxi in London are distinctive from all other vehicles, (see opposite) they are not the normal production Mercedes style salloon car.
Unless there is a good excuse a licensed taxi cannot refuse a request for hire if the journey is less than 12 miles or one hour in duration.
www.londontoolkit.com /briefing/taxi.htm   (153 words)

  
 London black cab   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
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 London taxi cabs, use london taxis for airport transfers, journeys, tours, weddings, london taxis to Gatwick, Heathrow, ...
London taxi cabs, use a London cab for airport journeys, Heathrow airport, Gatwick airport, Stansted airport, Luton airport, tours, weddings.
London taxi cabs is a service which allows you to book a fl London taxi cab for your journey or tour knowing that it will be waiting for you, wherever your traveling from.
Use London taxi cabs for airport transfers, our taxis go to all major airports in and around London including transfers from Heathrow airport, Gatwick airport, Stansted airport, Luton airport, and City airport in a London taxi cab / London airport taxi.
www.londontaxicabs.net   (297 words)

  
 ShropshireStar.com - Features - Motoring - Article - Now you can be a black cab driver for less   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
This now allows licensed owners of older fl cabs or taxi conversions to move easily to owning and running a high-profile, latest-model, purpose-built fl cab which meets the trade’s ‘conditions of fitness’ regulations.
Cheyne continued: “We regularly hold listening clinics for drivers and owners of our taxis and they have suggested that an entry-level model is needed so that owners of older cabs, which need replacing, or owners of non-purpose-built conversion-type taxis, can own a modern approved taxi at an attractive price.
Taxi sales increased by 7.5 per cent to 2,494 vehicles and exports increased to 223 vehicles from 67 the previous year.
www.shropshirestar.com /show_article.php?aID=24428   (397 words)

  
 Luton Airport To Central London By Taxi
London Hackney Carriage licensed taxis are available from outside the passenger terminal at Luton Airport for travel to the Central London area.
The London Taxi cab is licensed to carry up to 5 people.
London Taxi - Standard London fl cab from taxi rank outside terminal.
www.londontoolkit.com /travel/luton_taxi.htm   (661 words)

  
 'London Taxi Point': Black Cabs at you fingertips for mobile users
The technical platform has been supplied by eTX (UK) Ltd. The scheme has been developed in accordance with Transport for London's objectives to ensure safe, reliable transport for London's residents, workers and visitors and will be of particular use to tourists who may not know the name of their current location.
London Taxi Point is currently live with plans to rollout the service in other UK cities.
In order for mobile services such as London Taxi Point to succeed, mobile networks need to be easily accessible by third party service providers.
www.wirelessdevnet.com /news/2003/209/news4.html   (885 words)

  
 Black-Cab. Com......Home Page
We are also the number Taxi Company, when travelling to or from any seaport in the U.K. Prices upon request.
Black-Cab.com have over 200 licensed Taxis available 24/7/365, which are driven by the world's most professional Taxi driver's.
Black-Cab.com have London wide coverage so booking your Taxi could not be simpler.
www.black-cab.com   (225 words)

  
 Black Taxi Tours of London: Special Tours
A Black Taxi Tour driver is the perfect guide to take you through fascinating backstreets crammed with history - which otherwise you'd be sure to miss.
This is the London that leads the rest of the world in terms of style, design, fashion and innovation.
Visit London's most fashionable areas that are home to the trendiest clubs, shops and restaurants.
www.blacktaxitours.co.uk /specialtours.html   (474 words)

  
 GameStats: London Taxi Rush Hour
The London Taxi Rush Hour game is based on what fl cabs do best: collecting customers and taking them to famous London destinations within the time limit in order to get paid.
London Taxi Rush Hour features a realistic map of central London for players to race around, complete with famous sights like Trafalgar square, Big Ben and Hyde Park.
The Official London Black cab itself is rendered with complete detail, and features environment mapping to bring out the high-polished look of the famous London Black Cabs.
www.gamestats.com /objects/716/716800   (215 words)

  
 London taxi cabs, use london taxis for airport transfers, journeys, tours, weddings, london taxis to Gatwick, Heathrow, ...
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London Taxi drivers are the best and most knowledgeable in the world.
There is a rigorous training course, to becoming a taxi driver which is why they are the best.
www.londontaxicabs.net /luxury.htm   (161 words)

  
 BBC NEWS | England | London | 'Taxi poles' launched in West End
New "taxi poles", which aim to make hailing a fl cab easier, have been unveiled in London's West End.
Len Simkins, from the Public Carriage Office, said: "For the first time taxi ranks will be clearly marked and carry useful information about London's famous fl taxis.
They will be recognisable by the taxi roundel at the top of the pole.
news.bbc.co.uk /1/hi/england/london/3874175.stm   (197 words)

  
 Full Day Sightseeing Taxi tour of the City of London
Experience London the traditional way - in a fl taxi cab.
After lunch we continue our tour with a visit to the Tower of London the most impressive medieval fortress in Britain built by William the conqueror.
We move from here to Tower Bridge and then into the City of London - the one square mile that was built by the Romans.
www.bestvaluetours.co.uk /london-taxi-sightseeing-tour.htm   (391 words)

  
 London Taxi Service - UK offers
London Shuttle Airport Taxi Cars Service provides a rapid and reliable taxi service which specializes in catering...
London Black Taxi Service.Com Is a Traditional London Taxi online booking service.For Airport Transfers,Tours,Day Trips and more.
Black-cab.com is operated by a group of Licensed London Taxi Drivers offering a professional and affordable service to corporate and private passengers, travelling to or from Heathrow or any other London Airport.
www.webtaxi.com /london-taxi-service.htm   (270 words)

  
 Lifestyles of a
Also in the picture, made in the Fall of 1999, is the still-horizontal London Eye.
The trip was slightly tainted due to the fact that the train arrived in London almost 40 minutes late.
Like London, the room was sparse with a bed, table, TV and private in-room bath.
www.cswnet.com /~gcotton/Europe/Paris.htm   (1293 words)

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