Those interested in taxi fleet insurance matters are also interested in industry stories from around the globe and drivers in Prague have had a bad reputation of late, with a number of websites warning that there are certain ways to hire a taxi in this East European capital.
Taxi fleet insurance is obviously not a priority for some Prague drivers who, like many the world over, can’t help but see the tourists as fair game.
So, here’s a few tips if you’re going to Prague and need a taxi.
First and foremost (and this admittedly is easier said than done when you’re tired from a long trip, or stressed late at night), but always ensure that it is a registered taxi; in effect, that it is a real one. Don’t be fooled by those that look the business, but are anything but. Look out for a permanent yellow roof lamp which has to say TAXI in large letters on both sides. And on both front doors, there should be printed the company name, license number and fares.
Secondly, don’t get your taxi outside of tourist sites. Rogue drivers prey on tourists and usually frequent areas where tourists mass. Keep away from these.
Thirdly, forewarned is forearmed, so ask your driver (or the dispatcher when ordering a taxi) how much it costs to get to your destination. This is not always easy, but is a great way of showing that you are savvy and you won’t literally be taken for a ride.
Finally, check that the taxi has a meter, that it corresponds to the journey and that you get a full receipt afterwards.
So there you are, although taxi fleet insurance is not a preoccupation of Prague drivers, make sure you don’t get caught out.
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