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Co2 emissions plummet as number of electric charging stations grows

25/03/2019 Guides, Hybrid

A recent study has found that the number of charging stations for electric vehicles has increased drastically in recent years, suggesting that the UK will be ready to tackle Co2 emissions sooner than once thought. Is the UK ready for the...

ULEZ – It’s coming! Are you prepared…

26/02/2019 Legislation

Hello and welcome to another post! Here at HireBrid we like to make sure that our drivers are always fully prepared and ready for any changes that might affect them or just to keep them up to date with all the latest goings on in the...

Oops i have a flat tyre

10/02/2019 Accident & Insurance, Tips

As a PCO Driver, you are always on the road. This means you are more likely to have a flat tyre, and even though most of you already know how to put on the spare, here are a few tips just in case. If you have never changed one before, learn...

What to do if I have an accident

10/02/2019 Accident & Insurance, Driving, Tips

According to the most recent government statistics, a PCO driver’s average shift lasts for 8.9 hours. This puts you on the road for far longer than most other drivers which, in turn, put at greater risk of being involved in an incident....

No need for speed

10/02/2019 Driving, Guides

As a licensed PCO minicab driver, you already have several outgoings to be mindful of including fuel, cleaning costs, and the rental charge for your hire car itself. However, with new speeding laws now in effect, you could be at risk of...

Why Is The PCO Licence English Test Important?

10/02/2019 Driving, Guides, Tips

Since legislation changed in April 2017, it now takes more than a clean record and a driver’s license to become a cab driver in London. That’s because, even if you’ve always spoken the language, Transport For London (TfL) has implemented a...

What do you need to do to become a PCO driver

10/02/2019 Guides

There are a number of people who are coming into the PCO industry more than ever before. The amount of people who are becoming self employed and self sufficient is increasing as much as even I know people who have been taking advantage of...

TFL Compliance Checks

10/02/2019 Legislation

TFL’s compliance officers are employed to ensure they comply with relevant legislation and regulations. We are here to help and make sure you and your car is ready. It is your duty as a PCO driver to make sure you have the correct...

UBER Updates

10/02/2019 Legislation, News

Uber has just redesigned their app and introduced some new changes into the way the app is run. Now customers can “TIP” their drivers if they so wish. The customers will also be charged 20p/minute (the equivalent of £12/hour) from two...