What's In My London Taxi?

[@michaelwood3099]

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.

[@lewisbuckley1694]

Haha, the night glasses made me chuckle

[@LoganSpooner]

Best part when I was editing this video 😂😂

[@regularguy3665]

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.

[@jaserobert2758]

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

[@JulianShagworthy]

Yup, standard practice at every UK filling station!

[@jaserobert2758]

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

[@Sw1a1aa]

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]

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

[@robloxfan4271]

Its been like that for years overhere

[@MrJohnQCitizen]

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

[@johnmitchell2672]

❤Can never be too prepared, you could literally camp out for a night 😊

[@London-Lad]

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

[@thealbagalavanter9986]

Hi Tom hope your well I have one of those cordless keyboards flr my laptop that I use for editing my own KZbin 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

[@Sw1a1aa]

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]

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

[@oliverstemp9132]

That LEVC key is huge and so fancy.

[@DaveP668]

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?

[@Londoncab]

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

[@CaboloNero]

Flexing the port tag

[@204driver]

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]

I will give that a go, thanks for the tip

[@InclusiveDriving]

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 😉

[@christopherpringle7661]

Love the videos, Keep up the good work :)

[@BrockMak]

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

[@regularguy3665]

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

[@jameshill8711]

Great upload as always Tom, thankyou.

[@fordrscosworth]

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

[@regularguy3665]

Rewind to sort of 14.30

[@oscarbaranowicz5175]

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.

[@jaserobert2758]

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

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

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

[@kevinmckay934]

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

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

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

[@jeremycouplan3526]

Another fascinating taxi video! -

[@kubastrawa]

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]

He probably stops to take a piss

[@TruthNotfame]

He has a catheter…

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

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

[@harrislondon]

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

[@craigdavidmack]

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

[@zulfqarali905]

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

[@luisstransport]

Great video Tom

[@C0RB5]

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]

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]

@@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]

@@C0RB5 yep, all about fees

[@the_wonk]

Where do you commute in from? Loving the Vids Tom

[@tbond61]

Hi can not find that bill wallet on your list ?

[@Roy-qn2ie]

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

[@geoff114]

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

[@jaserobert2758]

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

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

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

[@jaserobert2758]

@@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??

[@the_retag]

​@@jaserobert2758taxis in London are heavily managed to ensure quality and reliability. The black cab is a brand that is to be maintained, and as such stuff like payment systems needs approval, and either it wans requested to get these services, or is still in process, or wasnt validated

[@buridanjwh]

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

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

This one 👉🏻 amzn.to/3QUGWRX

[@buridanjwh]

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

[@mtty1988]

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

[@nadim2769]

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]

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.

[@stevendalton3746]

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

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

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

[@alextaxi2593]

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

[@the_retag]

Isn't that basically part of the vehicle

[@Radictor44]

haha we should clip 15:00 :D

[@nickshademan9667]

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]

Yep, easy fit for TXE and Vitos

[@kieranchambers4222]

Do you prefer cash fares then card?

[@martinleaves4414]

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

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

Curb lite

[@lewiskelly14]

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

[@tx41979]

Saw him lca last week pick job up

[@Medsas]

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

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

blink mode? what's that

[@Medsas]

@@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 😀

[@toranshaw4029]

Have you thought about asking Hershall for a sponsorship? 😉

[@richarddyasonihc]

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!

[@craigc5879]

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

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

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

[@tobyskinner94]

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

[@Leejonesbw95]

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

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

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

[@runarandersen878]

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

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

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

[@Ustaad605]

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

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

I just think the adverts can look a bit tacky.

[@Ustaad605]

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

[@hublanderuk]

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

[@briarbarbour7341]

Bro your thumbnail face is hilarious

[@oneteaminbristolbcfc]

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

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

Still got those haha

[@realhass]

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

[@walkerscott77]

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 .

[@maxbartlett6206]

Hi Tom do you work on com cab ?

[@jacquesmertens3369]

Where does the passengers' luggage go?

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

In luggage compartment up fromt

[@z00ber54]

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

[@markpunt9638]

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]

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]

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

[@kayangove443]

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 😊

[@audibell]

Hi Tom I love you videos

[@howardtravels]

Where would luggage go?

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

In the luggage compartment in the front 👍🏻

[@oliverstemp9132]

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

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

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

[@oliverstemp9132]

@@TomtheTaxiDriver fair play. Makes things easier.

[@amiralikhan061]

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.

[@sirBrouwer]

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

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

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

[@stco2426]

But great vid, btw!!

[@mfurmyr]

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]

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

[@mfurmyr]

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

[@versita3827]

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]

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

[@OG_Rider]

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

[@stco2426]

Big box and pee thingy??

[@theDaveBaxter]

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.

[@Takcep]

Молодец!

[@Transport_Air_Rail_Road]

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]

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

[@fox39forever]

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]

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

[@pershorefoodbanktrusselltr3632]

One big advert.

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

Of all the stuff in my London taxi 🙄

[@BarkBoy4694]

Oh my im early

[@BLX187]

Jumping onto the amazon affilliate grind i see. nice1

[@MatrixFuse]

You have to spend money on air in London??? Sheesh.

[@TomtheTaxiDriver]

A lot of them, some free ones but few and far between

[@keithwilkins1437]

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

[@yoshiadams2349]

Tom

[@magnus9701]

no hires today ,you lost a lot a dough ?