What's In My London Taxi?

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Updated for 2022, I give a run through of all the items I take to work in my taxi on a working day!
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Пікірлер: 140

@michaelwood3099 Жыл бұрын

The first thing you learn when doing the knowledge is fail to prepare then prepare to fail, good to see you've kept that philosophy alive.

@London-Lad Жыл бұрын

I love this channel, so so glad I've come across it.

@jameshill8711 Жыл бұрын

Great upload as always Tom, thankyou.

@regularguy3665 6 ай бұрын

This is almost a crossover episode for me 😂 Recently listened to an episode of a podcast called ‘How I built this’ with the founders of Herschel. Never heard of them before that.

@MrJohnQCitizen Жыл бұрын

Well worth the watch. Interesting to see what you carry in comparison to me in my truck

@christopherpringle7661 Жыл бұрын

Love the videos, Keep up the good work :)

@CaboloNero Жыл бұрын

Flexing the port tag

@lewisbuckley1694 Жыл бұрын

Haha, the night glasses made me chuckle

@LoganSpooner Жыл бұрын

Best part when I was editing this video 😂😂

@luisstransport Жыл бұрын

Great video Tom

@Londoncab Жыл бұрын

Interesting bag contents, I am going to try out the y food. You are very organised, its good to see.

@jeremycouplan3526 Жыл бұрын

Another fascinating taxi video! -

@oliverstemp9132 Жыл бұрын

That LEVC key is huge and so fancy.

@kevinmckay934 Жыл бұрын

Hi Tom I saw you at the feeder park this week hope you got a nice job 👍

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Went there a few times this week! Got a Canning Town and a Holland Park

@jasonlansdown2758 Жыл бұрын

That is ridiculous that you're charged for inflating car tyres at a service station!!

@JulianShagworthy Жыл бұрын

Yup, standard practice at every UK filling station!

@jasonlansdown2758 Жыл бұрын

@@JulianShagworthy thank fk that's not the case in Australia

@Sw1a1aa Жыл бұрын

also theres a lot that dont do water for the rad in case of emergency , what they have now is scented screenwash for a couple of quid

@sambaker3233 Жыл бұрын

@@JulianShagworthy that's ridiculous! It's free here in New Zealand!

@robloxfan4271 Жыл бұрын

Its been like that for years overhere

@Sw1a1aa Жыл бұрын

Hi Tom the thing i have in my cab which comes in useful is 2 long cables apple / android type for passengers who dont have a fully charged phone or laptop . i have it plugged in the front and passed through payment window . just in case they decide to keep the cable they appreciate it as well . not doing bottled water or sweets yet though 😂

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

Yes, or in the TXE there is USB and mains power in the back 😊

@oscarbaranowicz5175 Жыл бұрын

Volume 10, your stories about the job are very interesting. You have a safety button. Attach it to the Glass !!! Don't take a risk. Thanks.

@audibell Жыл бұрын

Hi Tom I love you videos

@204driver Жыл бұрын

Tom , best glass cleaner I’ve found I’d gtechniq G6 . Far better than fast glass . And I’ve tried many as I valet / detail part time

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

I will give that a go, thanks for the tip

@craigdavidmack Жыл бұрын

cant recommend the Black and decker enough, I've had the shark hoover, but the black and decker is so much better, battery life, power etc

@oliverbrookes27 Жыл бұрын

Wasn't aware Heathrow was one out one in. Any thinking that TFL/Heathrow may start imposing a minimum number of entries to Heathrow per year to ensure you are using the tag?

@stco2426 Жыл бұрын

But great vid, btw!!

@the_wonk Жыл бұрын

Where do you commute in from? Loving the Vids Tom

@Roy-qn2ie Жыл бұрын

No snacks in the cab Tom, im very dissapointed :D

@Radictor44 Жыл бұрын

haha we should clip 15:00 :D

@jasonlansdown2758 Жыл бұрын

In Oz the taximeter prints a receipt for a passenger irrespective if they pay by cash or card.

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

My older CMT system used to do that. It’s largely because we have different meter systems from card systems, only a few actually talk with each other

@geoff114 Жыл бұрын

I tend to get in my cab and go to work.

@realhass185 Жыл бұрын

I clicked on every single amazon link even though I don't own a car🤣🤣, some of the items I can use for my bike 😊😊 I guess

@zulfqarali905 Жыл бұрын

Hi mark good work keep it up have you ever picked up to junction m6 Walsall west midlands england

@nadim2769 Жыл бұрын

Nice video Tom a 👍from me. Question for you, maybe a video idea. Would you rather work hard for a week to relax the next week or work only during busy times to increase money/hour and relax more during the day?

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

It generally doesn't work that way. I.e. working 2x the amount of hours doesn't equal 2x the money. Working too long one day screws up the next day in terms of energy levels and efficiency. Therefore like everything in life, I'm an advocate for consistent working. Diet, Gym, Finances etc, You have must better results if you constantly chip away at it, rather than going hard one day and then having to stop to regain energy.

@briarbarbour7341 8 ай бұрын

Bro your thumbnail face is hilarious

@InclusiveDriving Жыл бұрын

I did a similar "what's in my driving school car" a couple of years ago. It's probably due an update...thanks for reminding me. I know we are miles away from each other but if you ever fancy doing a "Taxi Driver does a mock driving test" video then let me know 😉

@BrockMak Жыл бұрын

Also: There are no radio coms "to the channel" or even dispatchers to notify others of delays or future bookings.

@regularguy3665 6 ай бұрын

London cabbies tend to work on their own rather than for a company and get ether work on the street or a tank rather than through a taxi company

@kayangove443 Жыл бұрын

Do you not keep air freshener in your Taxi Tom? Surely you must get some soap dodging passengers?? 😖 New to your channel and loving it, regularly visit London and will always choose a black cabbie over Uber, so great to get an insight into your daily lives 😊

@toranshaw4029 Жыл бұрын

Have you thought about asking Hershall for a sponsorship? 😉

@tx41979 Жыл бұрын

Saw him lca last week pick job up

@thealbagalavanter9986 2 ай бұрын

Hi Tom hope your well I have one of those cordless keyboards flr my laptop that I use for editing my own KZfaq videos only down side it takes 2 AAA batteries the mouse takes 1 AA not that I mind as I've only changed the 1 AA 3 times in 2 years the other 2 need changing now as I was editing my citylink M90 video and it wasn't responding properly I'm out filming this week so must remember to buy some

@oneteaminbristolbcfc Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tom, but you’ve gone down in my opinion as a professional taxi driver!!! “ No Wet-wipes” 😂 ✌️❤️

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

Still got those haha

@kieranchambers4222 7 ай бұрын

Do you prefer cash fares then card?

@richarddyasonihc Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your Sunday email - I shall respond shortly - don’t r respond to all! Great video - a.lot of useful gear to stow away, a couple of which I’ll put in my other car, the XJ Portfolio, it has a lot of stowage lockers up forward. What you said about water is very important - tha recommended daily intake of at least 1 litre is I find adequate for someone my age, and I don’t count any sugary supplements. Just plain speaking mineral water, is what prefer. Coffee for me, is all about the flavour - I never drink instant, or use milk or sugar. I am also a single malt aficionado, though this takes years to understand & how to enjoy it without ruining your health or going bankrupt!

@alextaxi2593 Жыл бұрын

Snow chains ? Always keep mine in case of a fare to Gstaad

@tobyskinner94 Жыл бұрын

2:49 once you finish reading it could i borrow it haha

@C0RB5 Жыл бұрын

Always suspected that the PayPal and square card terminals cabbies hold up to the screen were sketchy. I reckon 80% of the time I get offered that rather than the fixed machine, but not license approved.

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

Nothing sketchy about them, but TfL just like to ensure that customers get a printed receipt, approved provider that they can back. The printed receipt show badge number etc so it's also helpful for lost property. But some customers don't like printed receipt as it will show a tip itemised (some companies don't have a tip allowance)

@C0RB5 Жыл бұрын

@@TomtheTaxiDriver why do so many drivers use the handheld/ phone ones over the fixed ones then? I'm curious, seems to be a recentish thing. Maybe lower fees than the TfL approved list?

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

@@C0RB5 yep, all about fees

@fordrscosworth 6 ай бұрын

What about a clip on to steering wheel, mini table. So,you can use keyboard etc. I've seen taxi drivers use this.

@regularguy3665 6 ай бұрын

Rewind to sort of 14.30

@jasonlansdown2758 Жыл бұрын

As far as alternative electronic payment system have you looked at Square or Zeller? We have them in Oz.

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

Not allowed them as they are not approved by Transport for London

@jasonlansdown2758 Жыл бұрын

@@TomtheTaxiDriver wow. Isn't that a form of restraint of trade? Surely if you own the taxi you have the right to manage and control how you are paid??

@hublanderuk Жыл бұрын

Not much room to keep the bale of hay for the Horse. 😃 Also where are the ramps for wheelchair passengers?

@nickshademan9667 Жыл бұрын

Lovely video - trying to get a cab from South west london to heathrow but got 3 people and 3 large suitcases and 3 small-mid sized ones what do you think?

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

Yep, easy fit for TXE and Vitos

@stevendalton3746 Жыл бұрын

Hi Tom, Where did you buy the wheel nuts from please I’ve heard the nightmare stories need to buy some thanks

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

www.alloywheelnutsandbolts.co.uk/ "Alloy wheel bolts M14 x 1.5 28mm thread 17mm Hex set of 20"

@OG_Rider Жыл бұрын

Are you able to accept part cash and card payment or just one?

@tbond61 Жыл бұрын

Hi can not find that bill wallet on your list ?

@lewiskelly14 5 ай бұрын

No mention of the massive box in the boot?????

@z00ber54 Жыл бұрын

7:52 *never pause a tom the taxi driver video*

@Medsas Жыл бұрын

can you do some more geoguessr london withthe blink mode plugin? thanks 😊

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

blink mode? what's that

@Medsas Жыл бұрын

@@TomtheTaxiDriver its an optional plugin you can download, it only shows you the image for a fraction of a second then you have to guess (no time limit to guess once the screen goes dark, its really fun and challenging 😀

@walkerscott77 Жыл бұрын

I must admit I couldn't be a taxi driver I take my hat of roo you . Especially in London with all the traffic . It must be hard not to loose your temper Evey other second with the way some people drive .these days .

@mtty1988 Жыл бұрын

What’s the stove and what’s the video with the smashed window

@kubastrawa Жыл бұрын

I literally need to take a wee after a glass of water, how do you last so many hours with 2 liters of water is baffling

@Txy9215 Жыл бұрын

He probably stops to take a piss

@TruthNotfame Жыл бұрын

He has a catheter…

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

See the bottle in the boot. Also stop a few times during the day

@harrislondon Жыл бұрын

If you're uses to drinking alot of liquid you'll get used to it 😅

@buridanjwh Жыл бұрын

you mention your stove a few times here... can you elucidate? do you mean the green cab driver shelters or?

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

This one 👉🏻 amzn.to/3QUGWRX

@buridanjwh Жыл бұрын

@@TomtheTaxiDriver Thanks, never seen one of those before, learned something new.

@sirBrouwer Жыл бұрын

In the thumbnail I thought that your tyre pump was a AED. Would not be that crazy to have.

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

Some cabbies do, they are trained and get to have one

@amiralikhan061 Жыл бұрын

As new cabbie I want heathrow tag... what could be done Tom to get one. Why not make a video to get attention of authorities at least. Thank you.

@craigc5879 Жыл бұрын

Did i hear correctly, you spent to much money inflating your tyre at the garage? Do thye charge for using the air?

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

Most of them, yep. A lot of the time supplied by Turtlewax.

@maxbartlett6206 Жыл бұрын

Hi Tom do you work on com cab ?

@markpunt9638 Жыл бұрын

I love sparkling water as well, I can’t get enough of it but I do find that it is too fizzy in this country. In Germany, Austria and the Netherlands, it’s possible to buy at different levels of fizz. So, I end up mixing it with tapwater to reduce the bubbles. I suppose, if I bought a SodaStream I would have total control on the amount of gas in the water? Plan!

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

Yes! One of the best things with the soda stream is being able to choose your sparkle level. Sparkling water is so good, I call it sex water!

@Dynamikcheese Жыл бұрын

It's funny because sparkling water makes me gag. But I can happily drink fizzy drinks like coke.

@TheWKDJones Жыл бұрын

What happens if you lose your cab bag can you still work without badge and bill till you sort it out

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

No, it’s a requirement of work as it proves I am a licensed driver

@Ustaad605 Жыл бұрын

Why no adverts on cab ? I was against it at first, but paintwork on these are syht.

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

I just think the adverts can look a bit tacky.

@Ustaad605 Жыл бұрын

@@TomtheTaxiDriver they do but maintaining bodywork on these is hard with the shyt paint they provide. Might aswell make money out of it lol

@Takcep Жыл бұрын

Молодец!

@runarandersen878 Жыл бұрын

Do you have any first aid kit, or did I miss it?

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

No first aid. I do not have first aid training.

@versita3827 Жыл бұрын

I would have thought you'd keep the boot empty to store a passenger's luggage, especially if you're working at the airport.

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

That’s what the luggage compartment up front is for 👍🏻

@martinleaves4414 Жыл бұрын

What card payment system are you now using? Have you a link?

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

Curb lite

@BarkBoy4694 Жыл бұрын

Oh my im early

@mfurmyr Жыл бұрын

Written receipt is no good in Norway. Only printed receipt with price, date, time, distance, driving time, vat, driver number, cab company. No Ipad? Oh dear. Most important in my car. Credit card cost us less than 0,5% with each transaction.

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

That’s an awesome transaction rate, wish ours was that cheap!

@mfurmyr Жыл бұрын

If 15 000 Black Cabs go together and bargain like we do, you might get a good deal.

@Transport_Air_Rail_Road Жыл бұрын

Hi Tom, thanks for your video and always keep the rubber side down! Do you not have a type 2 charging cable for AC charging in your cab? Torsten

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

Not for mains no, I have no charging facility in my flat 🥹

@jacquesmertens3369 Жыл бұрын

Where does the passengers' luggage go?

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

In luggage compartment up fromt

@stco2426 Жыл бұрын

Big box and pee thingy??

@howardtravels Жыл бұрын

Where would luggage go?

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

In the luggage compartment in the front 👍🏻

@oliverstemp9132 Жыл бұрын

Are you paranoid about getting a flat tyre, or does this happen more than a non cab driver thinks?

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

Need a spare wheel, flat tire equals no work plus Recovery

@oliverstemp9132 Жыл бұрын

@@TomtheTaxiDriver fair play. Makes things easier.

@theDaveBaxter 11 ай бұрын

That brush is terrible. Left more bristles in the car than what’s left on the brush. Trouble with Amazon I bet mine is completely different from yours even though I clicked your link.

@BLX187 Жыл бұрын

Jumping onto the amazon affilliate grind i see. nice1

@keithwilkins1437 Жыл бұрын

First thing into your cab is customers ,I should think .

@pershorefoodbanktrusselltr3632 Жыл бұрын

One big advert.

@TomtheTaxiDriver Жыл бұрын

Of all the stuff in my London taxi 🙄

@cityzens634 Жыл бұрын

Product placement overload. Only thing you didn’t tell us was where to buy the taxi 🤣

@yoshiadams2349 Жыл бұрын

Tom

@fox39forever 6 ай бұрын

If you put something in your window, to show that you're English (a flag or a cross [Christian] work, but there could be other symbols), I GUARANTEE you that you'll get more customers. The "new" drivers are cold to passengers, often wearing headphones, to avoid engaging with their passengers, and, for this reason, I no longer take black cabs. However, I used to take them all the time! I don't want to pay a lot of money to a hostile driver, but will pay for a traditional driver and I am NOT unique; I'm just a normal person. I've walked miles and miles during tube-strikes and seen black cabs sail by, but I don't know whether I'm going to get a proper driver, or one of those meanies wearing headsets.

@fox39forever 6 ай бұрын

And I pay cash and am a good tipper, so black-cab drivers please take note!