EDINBURGH CABBIES TO SAVE HUNDREDS OF POUNDS A MONTH WITH ARRIVAL OF ELECTRIC TAXIS
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The world’s most advanced electric taxis have started appearing on the streets of Edinburgh. This movement comes thanks to a deal that has been signed by the city’s Union Motor Company. As a result, these LEVC TX eCitys, which promise to dramatically cut driver’s fuel bills, will increasing appear on the capital’s roads. The first TX went to Edinburgh cabbie, David McMillan, as part of the opening of the new dealership.
LEVC’s TX is a range-extended electric vehicle. This means that the vehicle is only ever drives with its powerful electric motor. However, there is a small petrol engine on-board which can top-up the battery, should the driver be unable to charge. This technology will give drivers a range of up to 377 miles, and a zero emissions range of 80.6 miles.
This technology set up therefore means that the move to electric will save drivers on average £100 a week in fuel. The PCP finance contract the vehicle will cost £177 per week, which compares with £167 per week for the outgoing diesel vehicle. Mr McMillan, who usually covers 100 miles a day, estimates that he will save £458 per month from making the switch. Further cost savings come from service intervals that jump from 12,000 miles to 25,000 miles.
David McMillan, 67 and a cab driver of 7 years, said:
“These types of vehicle are the future – promising a smoother, more comfortable ride for passengers and will help clean up cities too. The fact I will be financially better off is a big bonus too.”
Mr McMillan has always embraced the latest technological advances in the taxi trade. Currently he is available to hire through Gett. The global ride sharing app has been allowing passengers in Edinburgh to book a ride in a couple of taps in the app since 2015.
Union Motor Company have operated in Edinburgh for 22 years and work with a variety of car brands. As a result, they were chosen by LEVC to sell and service the next taxi in the city because it is committed to the EV transition, along with its long-standing positive relationship with Edinburgh taxi trade.
Danny Flynn, founder of The Union Motor Company, said:
“This is the future of all vehicles – they will be essential to protect our urban environment and improve air quality. We have always been a forward-thinking company. We like to have involvement in the pioneering of any new technology. Furthermore, we are very excited to come on board and work on the new electric taxi and LEVC.”
The Union Motor Company have installed 2 electric charge points at both their retail sites. Also, they have employed four new members of staff to sell and service the vehicle. In addition, several staff members have undergone rigorous training to ensure they are ready to service these electric vehicles.
Chris Gubbey, CEO of LEVC said:
“Our purpose-built, passenger focused taxi, has been designed to get more people in the back of cabs. The TX offers the safest, cleanest, quietest and smoothest taxi ride yet. We are extremely happy to have the support of Union Motor Company to deliver this vision for the taxi trade in Edinburgh. I therefore look forward to hearing about how drivers all get on in the new cab.”
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