Black cab drivers far more likely to build decades-long careers than private hire counterparts, TfL data shows

Black cab drivers far more likely to build decades-long careers than private hire counterparts, TfL data shows

Taxi drivers in London are significantly more likely to remain in the industry for decades compared with private hire drivers, according to Transport for London data comparing licence holder experience levels across both sectors. The figures show that 49% of licensed taxi drivers have been driving for more than 20 years. In contrast, only 6% of private hire vehicle drivers fall into the same category. The disparity points to marked differences i…