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What is a Taxi Driver?

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Answered June 22 2022
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Taxi Drivers and Chauffeurs operate cars, SUVs, vans, or limousines to transport passengers from one location to another. They collect their passengers at designated areas, along with any baggage they might carry, and take them to their destination in the safest and most time-efficient way possible.

Taxi Drivers work for independent taxi lines and companies. These companies have a fleet of cars identified as taxis belonging to a specific line, and they hire as many Drivers as they need to operate their vehicles. Customers can request their services by calling the line’s dispatchers and asking for a unit, or they can hail a taxi car on the streets. Taxi Drivers are responsible for charging passengers the established fares that are either flat-rated or calculated by a taximeter based on the time and distance of the ride.

On the other hand, Chauffeurs are hired by individuals and companies and are paid a fixed salary for their services. Hotels, big enterprises, limousine renting companies, and wealthy individuals typically hire Chauffeurs. In this case, the customer pays the company for their services, not the driver.

Personality of a Taxi Driver
Taxi Drivers have a few common personality traits that help them succeed in their job. Here are a few of them: 
  • They are patient.
Patience is key in reducing stress for Taxi Drivers, who frequently have to deal with traffic, angry drivers, bad weather, and sometimes difficult passengers.
  • They know how to stay calm under pressure.
At some point in a Taxi Driver's career, difficult situations will arise, such as being lost or getting into an accident. Taxi Drivers who are able to stay calm under such pressure will succeed in their jobs and keep their passengers at ease. 
  • They are friendly.
Taxi Drivers who are friendly will make their passengers feel comfortable, and it may help them get more business. Socializing with passengers may also make Taxi Drivers' long days more interesting and enjoyable for themselves, along with making a memorable trip for their passengers. 
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