Really enjoyed the video. I studied the knowledge for about 2.5yrs part time before i had to give up due to life/family balance and just not able to keep it up. That was about 10yrs ago. Dad was a cabbie for 30yrs and brother was for about 10yr before retiring. Always respect the effort to get the badge. Love video - avid new subscriber😊
Thank you for your kind comment Dave. The knowledge is such a task it really takes its toll, especially with other life stresses. Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for your support. It’s never too late to consider retrying. Personally I don’t think it’s been easier than now (with the LTNs) you honestly don’t need to learn anywhere near as much. I will cover this in a planned future video. Thanks again for your support 👍
Simple and very informative .Very well put together and shows how a day in the life of a professional taxi driver is challenging but rewarding.Keep up the good work and look forward to seeing more footage.🚕🚕
Thank you Michael, really glad you like my videos. Good luck on your knowledge journey. My next video will be up this Thursday and another on Sunday. 👍
Another great Video. Also a listener to the Wizann Podcasts so great shout from Dean to have a podcast about your channel too. Be lucky mate and thanks again for the Video
Thank you for that kind comment. I done the suburbs runs for Deans channel a few years back, I’m looking forward to doing a podcast with him in the near future
Great video! I’d really like to see more coverage of the LVEC Taxi, its reliable, performance and running costs.Its a huge investment to make for a sole trader.
Thank you. Over the next few weeks I’ll be uploading a video all about the Taxi. I’m just compiling a list of things to include 👍 it is a significant investment
I’m watching through your videos now and I know this isn’t your most recent but if you haven’t added the road names to the bottom of the screen again like in Episode 3 can you add them back? It gave me a sense of where you are at that given time because sometimes your little map is delayed or ahead a bit. Apart from that loving your videos and defo will be watching the rest.
Thanks Callum. On my first video I had the road name for every road used. Tit took me an absolute age to edit. I’ve started adding the starting road and finishing road to the videos and also trying to make sure the map is as closely synced to the POV. Thanks for taking the time out to leave a comment. Your feedback and support is really appreciated 👍
Can you explain more about you, your journey in becoming a London Taxi Driver, how long it took you to do the knowledge ( amazing by the way ) How long you've been a cabbie, what you like, what you don't like, Do you own your cab...etc so many questions I know
That’s a great idea. I have a plan for a future video (very soon) and will include those points. Any others you can think of comment here and I’ll add them 👍
@@ALondonCabbie brilliant mate, love your videos by the way. Maybe a day in the life video of a London cabbie would be great.. big respect to you guys and gals that have done the knowledge and keep London moving....don't know how you do it (just driving in London gives me a headache) you do it day in day out and it's your lively hood also. I don't think Londoners realise how amazing you all are.....
@@BigALuk33 Thank you, yeah that's a great idea. Definitely a video I could try and make in the future. Strangely we just get used to it. Bus Lanes and knowledge of better options when there is traffic does help.
I can't possibly imagine why those who work from home 2 days a week always choose Monday and Friday....anyone would think they are just extending their weekend....surely not!
Yeah London can be feel like a ghost town on a Monday and Friday and we all know there is no way they are “working” from home. Just have to try and work smarter to keep a bum on the back seat of the cab. Thanks for your comment and support 👍
As the crow flies you’re correct but Park Lane is the fastest road north due to the bus lane and lack of traffic lights. Splitting feathers really, I doubt the overall meter total wouldn’t be more than £1 different either way.
I should have mentioned that. Hobart Place has been closed for weeks now. It may still be shut. Something I definitely should have put in the video. Great observation. Hope you enjoyed the video 👍
Great video when you ain’t talking et and just doing a Timelapse put some copy right free music on it if that makes sense so there’s no silences parts in the video
Thank you for your comment and taking the time out to share your thoughts. Your feedback and support is really appreciated. I’m learning as I go and have had some comments saying no music is preferred, however I agree with you. The videos need something. I started with tonight’s latest upload, I will be adding music to the time lapses for now on. Thanks again for your support and comments 👍
@@ALondonCabbieagreed that music would be great but you could also fill in that time with some more info about the run ie how long it takes? Any points of interest along the way? Any random fun facts? Or suggestions for food, pubs, etc. love these vids. I lived in Camden town for a couple of years and miss the long walks to regents park or Hempstead heath with my dog. Keep up the good work.
@@sahu that’s a great idea. I’m learning with every video, I’ll certainly try and add more information in future videos. Thanks for taking the time out to leave a comment. It’s really appreciated.
When we study “the knowledge” we learn the shortest routes across London. Once out on the road, you learn what roads move the fastest and take full advantage of access to Bus Lanes and roads other vehicles are not allowed to use. Using this information we beat Sat Navs across London with pretty much every customer. Not saying live traffic information isn’t helpful but Google Maps and similar don’t take into account what a Taxi can do and what a car cannot. 👍
It depends on the app. Unify and TaxiApp the driver gets full meter fare. Gett, FreeNow, ComCab commission is between 12.5-20%. Some apps offer fixed price (sometimes more than the meter)
I gave my badge back 25 years ago,I have I’ve never regretted making that decision , it was nightmare then traffic wise, it’s obviously a lot worse now, plus all the aggro now with Uber and others nicking your work, I’m so pleased I took a career diversion, I appreciate not everyone gets that opportunity, good luck feller.
@@keith3390thank you Keith. Really appreciate your comment. Glad to hear you haven’t regretted that. The freedom the job gives me outweighs the negatives (for now at least). Thank you for your comment and supporting the channel 👍
@@bertiewooster3326thanks for your comment Bertie. Unfortunately no one ever questions Starbucks turning over millions daily yet never paying a single penny in tax in the UK (along with countless other companies) yet a cab driver has a back up card reader (which is legally allowed in all other forms of business in the UK) in case the “approved” device in the back fails (which they do on a very regular basis) and you will see a failure in one of my future videos
how many English lady cabbies are still using petrol taxis, i would never pay a man especially if their a uk british taxi man driving a stinky diesel or even worse if they are using fukushima ev cabs to do me a service?
There are currently 382 licensed female Taxi Drivers in London. I’m unsure of how many drive the newer LEVC Taxis. You’re free to choose whatever mode of transport you like, including free to choose whichever Taxi you want on the street or even on a rank. Hope this helps 👍
Brilliant Ollie, Really well put together. Why don't you come on the Podcast and talk all about it. I will share the links whenever i can
That’s a brilliant idea! I’ll message you and would love to do that 👍
Ollie and Paul Byron be funny. Rent robber
This is the first of your videos I've watched but not the last! New subscriber as of now thanks for the great content
Thank you Allan. I’m really pleased you like my content. Your comment is greatly appreciated thank you
Great video Keep them coming 👍🏻 loving the Map on side great idea.
Thank you Martin. Really appreciate your support 👍
Really enjoyed the video. I studied the knowledge for about 2.5yrs part time before i had to give up due to life/family balance and just not able to keep it up. That was about 10yrs ago. Dad was a cabbie for 30yrs and brother was for about 10yr before retiring. Always respect the effort to get the badge. Love video - avid new subscriber😊
Thank you for your kind comment Dave. The knowledge is such a task it really takes its toll, especially with other life stresses. Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for your support. It’s never too late to consider retrying. Personally I don’t think it’s been easier than now (with the LTNs) you honestly don’t need to learn anywhere near as much. I will cover this in a planned future video. Thanks again for your support 👍
Simple and very informative .Very well put together and shows how a day in the life of a professional taxi driver is challenging but rewarding.Keep up the good work and look forward to seeing more footage.🚕🚕
Thank you David. I’m really happy you liked my video. I’m hoping to upload twice a week for the next few weeks 👍
Love this channel, keep em coming
Thank you Trevor. Next video is scheduled for 5pm tomorrow 👍
Just found your channel from a link off another knowledge boy, love it!
Thank you Michael, really glad you like my videos. Good luck on your knowledge journey. My next video will be up this Thursday and another on Sunday. 👍
Thank you, really enjoyed the video all the best mate👍
Thank you. I’m so happy you liked the video. Thank you for taking the time out to comment. It’s really appreciated 👍
You make the knowledge easier, but not & you are the best taxi knowledgeable RUclips ever 👍
Thank you Ali. Your comments are really appreciated
Another great Video. Also a listener to the Wizann Podcasts so great shout from Dean to have a podcast about your channel too. Be lucky mate and thanks again for the Video
Thank you for that kind comment. I done the suburbs runs for Deans channel a few years back, I’m looking forward to doing a podcast with him in the near future
Great video! I’d really like to see more coverage of the LVEC Taxi, its reliable, performance and running costs.Its a huge investment to make for a sole trader.
Thank you. Over the next few weeks I’ll be uploading a video all about the Taxi. I’m just compiling a list of things to include 👍 it is a significant investment
Great job mate well done👍
Thank you Ricky. Really appreciate your comment and support
Hi mate just great content keep up the great videos
Thanks again. Really appreciate your support 👍
Brilliant job
Thank you for your kind comment. I’m glad you enjoyed the video
Just found your channel new subscriber and liked
Thank you Kenneth. Really appreciate your support
I’m watching through your videos now and I know this isn’t your most recent but if you haven’t added the road names to the bottom of the screen again like in Episode 3 can you add them back? It gave me a sense of where you are at that given time because sometimes your little map is delayed or ahead a bit. Apart from that loving your videos and defo will be watching the rest.
Thanks Callum. On my first video I had the road name for every road used. Tit took me an absolute age to edit. I’ve started adding the starting road and finishing road to the videos and also trying to make sure the map is as closely synced to the POV. Thanks for taking the time out to leave a comment. Your feedback and support is really appreciated 👍
Great video again Guv👍👍. Nice touch the last job👌
Thanks for taking the time out to watch and leave a comment so often. It’s really appreciated. Thank you 👍
@@ALondonCabbie I'm on a binge watching all your videos, I'm half way through and enjoying them all👍👍.
@@21whosonthethrone thank you. I’m so glad you’re enjoying the uploads. Next video will be up at 6pm tonight 👍
@@ALondonCabbie 👍👍Looking forward to it...🚕🚖
Well done keep it up mate happy cabby
Thank you Marc. Really appreciate your kind comment and support
Excellent mate but just one thing on the first few mins you say u do a u turn on Finsbury Square but its Finsbury Circus!
🤫 it’s been a while since I called a knowledge run 100% successfully. There will be more mistakes 😅 thanks for your message. Hope you liked the video
Can you explain more about you, your journey in becoming a London Taxi Driver, how long it took you to do the knowledge ( amazing by the way ) How long you've been a cabbie, what you like, what you don't like, Do you own your cab...etc so many questions I know
That’s a great idea. I have a plan for a future video (very soon) and will include those points. Any others you can think of comment here and I’ll add them 👍
@@ALondonCabbie brilliant mate, love your videos by the way. Maybe a day in the life video of a London cabbie would be great.. big respect to you guys and gals that have done the knowledge and keep London moving....don't know how you do it (just driving in London gives me a headache) you do it day in day out and it's your lively hood also. I don't think Londoners realise how amazing you all are.....
@@BigALuk33 Thank you, yeah that's a great idea. Definitely a video I could try and make in the future. Strangely we just get used to it. Bus Lanes and knowledge of better options when there is traffic does help.
Ollie just wondering how do you record cabbies mate?
George Lucas doesn’t give away all of his secrets 😉 hope you liked the video
I can't possibly imagine why those who work from home 2 days a week always choose Monday and Friday....anyone would think they are just extending their weekend....surely not!
Yeah London can be feel like a ghost town on a Monday and Friday and we all know there is no way they are “working” from home. Just have to try and work smarter to keep a bum on the back seat of the cab. Thanks for your comment and support 👍
Mill Lane... Kilburn High Road... Why... Seymour Pl, Lisson Grove... Straight run straight up.......
As the crow flies you’re correct but Park Lane is the fastest road north due to the bus lane and lack of traffic lights. Splitting feathers really, I doubt the overall meter total wouldn’t be more than £1 different either way.
@@ALondonCabbie Times have changed.... 74- 95 Ex Courier...Mini Cab.. Addison Lee, Queenstown Rd...1980
Hello Ollie, why are Thursday's the new Friday's and what's made the change?
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A lot of city workers “work from home” on Mondays and Fridays. So Thursday seems to be their big night out 👍
@@ALondonCabbie
Thank you Ollie 4 clarifying that
Happy and Safe driving Brother
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Job in after peninsula drop,why not go left Hobart place
I should have mentioned that. Hobart Place has been closed for weeks now. It may still be shut. Something I definitely should have put in the video. Great observation. Hope you enjoyed the video 👍
Great video when you ain’t talking et and just doing a Timelapse put some copy right free music on it if that makes sense so there’s no silences parts in the video
Thank you for your comment and taking the time out to share your thoughts. Your feedback and support is really appreciated. I’m learning as I go and have had some comments saying no music is preferred, however I agree with you. The videos need something. I started with tonight’s latest upload, I will be adding music to the time lapses for now on. Thanks again for your support and comments 👍
@@ALondonCabbieagreed that music would be great but you could also fill in that time with some more info about the run ie how long it takes? Any points of interest along the way? Any random fun facts? Or suggestions for food, pubs, etc. love these vids. I lived in Camden town for a couple of years and miss the long walks to regents park or Hempstead heath with my dog. Keep up the good work.
@@sahu that’s a great idea. I’m learning with every video, I’ll certainly try and add more information in future videos. Thanks for taking the time out to leave a comment. It’s really appreciated.
I thought the unwritten rule was if you couldn’t pull the destination it was a freebie ?
Ive never heard of that one. There would have been some days I’d have earned no money 😅
how do you know which way is best ,take my hat off to you !
When we study “the knowledge” we learn the shortest routes across London. Once out on the road, you learn what roads move the fastest and take full advantage of access to Bus Lanes and roads other vehicles are not allowed to use. Using this information we beat Sat Navs across London with pretty much every customer. Not saying live traffic information isn’t helpful but Google Maps and similar don’t take into account what a Taxi can do and what a car cannot. 👍
@@ALondonCabbie respect thankyou for your reply !
Kol boy at 18:45 at cab rd lol
I thought that at first but think it was a delivery rider
So app jobs do u get meter fare or fixed
It depends on the app. Unify and TaxiApp the driver gets full meter fare. Gett, FreeNow, ComCab commission is between 12.5-20%. Some apps offer fixed price (sometimes more than the meter)
I gave my badge back 25 years ago,I have I’ve never regretted making that decision , it was nightmare then traffic wise, it’s obviously a lot worse now, plus all the aggro now with Uber and others nicking your work, I’m so pleased I took a career diversion, I appreciate not everyone gets that opportunity, good luck feller.
@@keith3390thank you Keith. Really appreciate your comment. Glad to hear you haven’t regretted that. The freedom the job gives me outweighs the negatives (for now at least). Thank you for your comment and supporting the channel 👍
Of course the major scam for cabbies is having 2 or 3 different card readers linked to different bank accounts .
@@bertiewooster3326thanks for your comment Bertie. Unfortunately no one ever questions Starbucks turning over millions daily yet never paying a single penny in tax in the UK (along with countless other companies) yet a cab driver has a back up card reader (which is legally allowed in all other forms of business in the UK) in case the “approved” device in the back fails (which they do on a very regular basis) and you will see a failure in one of my future videos
wait till you get a job when foreign passenger says he can't remember where he parked his car took around 2 hours to find it which i did
perhaps obscure you badge number
I did think about that but it’ll be visible somewhere at some point no doubt. I’ve got nothing to hide really 👍
Love that leather steering wheel 👀👀
I’m sure you’ll love the sticker in the back window 👀👀
@@ALondonCabbie 😂🙏
how many English lady cabbies are still using petrol taxis, i would never pay a man especially if their a uk british taxi man driving a stinky diesel or even worse if they are using fukushima ev cabs to do me a service?
There are currently 382 licensed female Taxi Drivers in London. I’m unsure of how many drive the newer LEVC Taxis. You’re free to choose whatever mode of transport you like, including free to choose whichever Taxi you want on the street or even on a rank. Hope this helps 👍