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5 Niche Market Opportunities for Private Hire Drivers

Drivers that work in the private hire taxi industry will see various highs and lows when using their private hire vehicle to make a living. You may have even wondered how some drivers are able to be so successful at this profession compared to the average worker. While you’re struggling away working hard to cover your fuel, private hire taxi insurance and other business expenses, someone else has somehow figured out a way to increase their income by a considerable amount.

Children and the school run

For various reasons, a number of pupils are not able to use public transport or a private car to get to school or college. As a result of this, they may be offered transport by their local authority through government funding. This provides a great niche opportunity for those that have a private hire vehicle. It is definitely something you should consider if you are searching for consistent work, the school run during term time will certainly provide this.

If you do wish to undertake this task, you will have to get in touch with the local authority who is responsible for this if you wish to carry children to school, sixth form or college. The local authority will be able to outline any specific requirements that you must meet in order to provide the best service for pupils who will be in your temporary care. This line of work will also involve a contract between you and the local authority.

This commitment means you will have guaranteed work that other taxi drivers may not have access to, at least until the contract is due for renewal. Also bear in mind that during school holidays, this type of work may not be available for the most part

Corporate transportation