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What are the Seatbelt Rules for UK Private Hire Drivers?

It’s been a legal requirement for drivers to wear seatbelts for over 40 years in the UK. As a result, seatbelts have saved countless lives and transformed road safety. We take a look at the seatbelt r...

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Uber Introduces New Safety Feature for Passengers

Uber has launched a new safety feature for users of the Uber app. The initiative is the first of its kind in the industry in the UK. Uber also launched other new safety features such as Safety Toolkit...

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Navigating New Tax Rules for Uber & Private Hire Drivers

All businesses operating through digital platforms are required to collect information on their workers. This includes details regarding the money they make, and whether taxes should be paid. Whether ...

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Uber Exec vs Uber Lux: How Uber Drivers Can Earn More

No one is killing the private hire rideshare game like Uber. Uber drivers completed over 9 billion trips* globally in 2023 alone. However, growing demand means increased expectations from passengers, ...

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Top 5 Vans for Commercial Drivers 2024

Being a commercial driver means driving from point A to point Z, and every letter in between, in one day. If you’re working long hours on the road, you’ll need a vehicle that can keep up the pace. A v...

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Winter Safety Checks for Private Hire Drivers

This is an updated article from December 2022.

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Best 125cc Scooters for Fast Food Delivery Drivers 2024

Scooters are often the vehicle of choice for fast food delivery drivers. They’re agile, fuel efficient, easy to park and easy to hop off in a hurry. Generally, they’re also cheaper to tax and maintain...

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INSHUR Fast Food Delivery Insurance – A Guide for Delivery Drivers

In the ever-growing landscape of on-demand delivery services, the fast food delivery market has continued to boom. Being a delivery driver for apps like Uber Eats and Deliveroo can be a lucrative and ...

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Major Uber Change – Cash Payment Trial Begins in Birmingham

In October 2023, Uber drivers in Birmingham received an update to their driver terms. Uber passengers are being given the option to pay with coins and notes as part of a cash payment trial.

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Last-Minute Halloween Ideas for Drivers

Spooky season is upon us! And as a private hire driver in their car, you might be wondering how you can get involved. No tricks here, only treats! So read on for some fun last-minute Halloween ideas f...

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EV Insurance for Private Hire Drivers – 8 Things You Need to Know

Do you drive an Electric Vehicle (EV) or plug in hybrid vehicle? Did you know that at INSHUR, you can buy insurance that not only covers your EV or hybrid, but also the cables and battery too? That’s ...

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EVs for Private Hire – The Ultimate Guide

Electric Vehicles (EVs) and hybrids are an increasingly popular choice among UK private hire drivers. Though the upfront cost can be heavy, the low running costs make EVs an attractive option. for eco...

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What are the Seatbelt Rules for UK Private Hire Drivers?

Uber Introduces New Safety Feature for Passengers

Navigating New Tax Rules for Uber & Private Hire Drivers

Uber Exec vs Uber Lux: How Uber Drivers Can Earn More

Top 5 Vans for Commercial Drivers 2024

Winter Safety Checks for Private Hire Drivers

Best 125cc Scooters for Fast Food Delivery Drivers 2024

INSHUR Fast Food Delivery Insurance – A Guide for Delivery Drivers

Major Uber Change – Cash Payment Trial Begins in Birmingham

Last-Minute Halloween Ideas for Drivers

EV Insurance for Private Hire Drivers – 8 Things You Need to Know

EVs for Private Hire – The Ultimate Guide

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