Taxi Alliance supports TLC chair-nominee Valdivia
The New York Taxi Workers Alliance (NYTWA), a union reportedly comprised of 28,000 of the city’s taxicab and for-hire vehicle (FHV) drivers, today officially supported Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s nomination of Midori Valdivia as the next chair of the Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC). “NYTWA supports TLC chair-nominee Valdivia because of her years of experience working […]
Taxi Alliance Wants to Form “Co-op Insurance” for Drivers
By Kamal Ahmed The New York Taxi Workers Alliance (NYTWA), a union reportedly comprised of 28,000 of the city’s taxicab and for-hire vehicle (FHV) drivers, has floated the idea of launching an insurance program dubbed, “Cooperatives’ Insurance,” aimed at providing affordable insurance for drivers. “We plan to establish a ‘Co-op insurance’ program that will ensure […]
NYTWA calls for $5,200 tax cut on leasing vehicles for Taxi, & FHV drivers
The New York Taxi Workers Alliance (NYTWA), a union reportedly comprised of 28,000 of the city’s taxicab and for-hire vehicle (FHV) drivers, has demanded a $5,200 annual tax reduction on leasing vehicles for yellow cabs, Uber, and Lyft drivers. “Today, Yellow Cab, Uber, and Lyft drivers are leasing their vehicles, paying $5,200 in taxes every […]
NYTWA secures $475M in medallion debt relief: Bhairavi Desai
The New York Taxi Workers Alliance (NYTWA), a strong 28,000-member union of taxicabs and for-hire drivers, has so far realized $475 million in loan forgiveness for the city’s yellow medallion owners, according to the alliance. “To date, the NYTWA has achieved $475 million in loan forgiveness,” Desai Bhairavi, Executive Director of the NYTWA, told ‘TLC […]
TLC provide tips for Taxi, FHV drivers during storm
When a winter storm struck New York City in December, the city’s Taxi & Limousine Commission (TLC) warned its licenses of the dangers and offered safety tips. While the TLC recommends staying off the road during heavy snowfall, the agency acknowledged it wasn’t always possible. If you find yourself driving in these dangerous conditions, please […]
Bad day for taxi, for-hire drivers as blizzard sweeps through Big Apple
By Kamal Ahmed New York City’s Taxi and for-hire vehicle (FHV) drivers might experience lower earnings and face safety challenges today as another major winter storm hits the city. NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, in a social media post, declared the closure of roads at 9pm – streets, highways, and bridges closed to all vehicles (cars, […]
NYTWA hails governor’s decision to pull Waymo robotaxi pilot bill
New York Taxi Workers Alliance (NYTWA), a 28,000-member strong union of the city’s taxicab and for-hire vehicle (FHV) drivers, has applauded New York City Governor Kathy Hochul’s decision to pull the Waymo robotaxi pilot bill. “We applaud Governor Hochul’s sensible decision to pull the highly unpopular upstate Waymo robotaxi pilot bill. Waymo thinks that by […]
New York Governor Kathi Hochul pulls Robotaxi plan
Citing a lack of support, New York Governor Kathy Hochul today pulled a proposal that would have allowed for commercial robotaxi services outside New York City. Based on conversations with stakeholders, including in the Legislature, it was clear that the support was not there to advance the proposal, Sean Butler, a spokesman for the governor, […]
New York’s updated driver license point system officially takes effect today
By Kamal Ahmed New York drivers will face increased penalties for traffic violations as the Department of Motor Vehicle’ (DMV) is going to implement an updated point system, which went into effect today. The new points system is aimed at keeping the state’s roadways safe, the authorities say. New York City witnessed 205 traffic deaths […]
New York’s updated driver license point system officially takes effect tomorrow
By Kamal Ahmed New York drivers will face increased penalties for traffic violations as the Department of Motor Vehicle’ (DMV) is going to implement an updated point system, which will come into effect tomorrow (Monday). The new points system is aimed at keeping the state’s roadways safe, the authorities say. New York City witnessed 205 […]