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Edition #118

Best Ways To Save On Fuel Consumption

Best Ways To Save On Fuel Consumption

3 mins

What Do You Choose When Your Taxi Needs A Fix

In the auto world, few things are agreed upon. Everyone has their own opinion when it comes to a particular taxi design, engine size or fuel economy. But there’s another topic that seems to get everyone riled up. It’s the subject of choosing taxi parts when they need a replacement. These fixes are inevitable – they’ll happen sooner or later, and it’s important for you to know what is the right kind of part when the time comes. But that’s where the problem lies. If you know the time to replace a certain part is around the corner, deciding on what you’ll swap it with can turn into a dilemma. 

4 mins

Gauteng To Unveil Plan To Stop Soweto Taxi Wars

Nanduwe and rivals Wata have been at loggerheads for more than a year. MEC for community safety Sizakele Nkosi-Malobane and transport MEC Ismail Vadi in Gauteng will on Tuesday announce a plan of action to deal with the dangerous conflict between the two taxi associations in Soweto.

1 min

Taxis Impounded, Fines Issued In Joint Anti-Crime Operation

Some twenty-one taxis were impounded and more than R100 000’s worth of fines were issued when Kouga Municipality and the South African Police Service held roving road blocks in and around Jeffreys Bay on Friday, March 16.

1 min

Zero Tolerance Against Drinking & Driving

The South African Police Service, combined with other State and provincial authorities, are committed to reducing this crime, particularly over festive periods. No one is trying to stop you from having a good time - just be responsible about doing it!

2 mins

What are you allowed to do while driving?

A taxi driver should not do anything that could be interpreted as not being in complete control of the vehicle.

3 mins

Energy Drinks, Driver Alertness/ Tiredness and Safe Driving

Too many accidents are caused by tired drivers falling asleep at the steering wheel. They either cause the accidents or are unable to avoid accidents which alert drivers would have been able to avoid. Tired driving is sometimes referred to as the silent assassin because sleepiness behind the wheel really kills!

6 mins

National Taxi Expo

Taxi Expo® is the National Leader for the South African Taxi Industry Business, with events all over the country.

1 min

Mally Rocks Cape Town!

Mally rocked Cape Town Stadium last month and it was definitely an unforgettable show. Here are 10 reasons why Mally’s show blew our minds!

3 mins

Is L'vovo A Taxi Boss?

Thokozani Ndlovu, better known to fans as L’vovo Derrango, is popular for dishing out great lyrics in his kwaito songs. Apart from making hits and scooping awards, L’vovo is rumoured to be one of the esteemed taxi owners in Durban. When Move! called the Bayangi’sukela hitmaker about his alleged dealings in the taxi industry, he denies the claims.​​​​​​​

2 mins

Fuel Price Hike: Tough Times Ahead

With a steep fuel price hike on the cards against the backdrop of the current economic crunch‚ business rights organisation AfriBusiness has warned of tough times ahead.

1 min

Taxi Alliance Concerned Owners Could Be Punished For Bad Drivers

Cape Town - The National Taxi Alliance (NTA) is concerned that a new amendment bill currently before Parliament could penalise taxi owners for the behaviour of individual drivers

1 min

Transport Minister Wants Uber Drivers To Apply For Public Transport Licenses

Metered taxi drivers have accused the government of favouritism, saying that Uber was not included in the same regulations as other public transport operators.

1 min

Taxi Industry Changing For The Better

One more problem that President Masitsa said it negatively affects the taxi industry and its name, is the abuse of women and children in taxis 

3 mins

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SA TAXI MAGAZINE is aimed at accomplished, self-assured, affluent and stylish South African taxi bosses. It's the only business – to – business taxi industry magazine in the country that combines compelling business content with fashion, grooming and lifestyle. Readers of SA TAXI MAGAZINE are aged 25+, in LSM 7-10 with a minimum of a matric education.
SA TAXI MAGAZINE is a bi monthly magazine which describes itself as the premier taxi industry business news, updates and investment resource for the South African taxi industry and with a readership of 230 000 and is available both print and digital. It was founded in 2007 by Lloyd Ngavumela A magazine that seeks to support, recognize and celebrate the taxi business, its mission is to create sustainable links between the Government and the private sector. SA TAXI MAGAZINE highlights showcases, and celebrates taxi business excellence. It's loyal subscribers it's. Mini Taxi, Metre/Cab, Uber, Bolt, Indrive operators and its also now available in Botswana, Swaziland, Lesotho, Namibia and Zimbabwe.