What are the new regulations on penalties for illegal taxis?
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Drivers caught operating illegal taxis will be required to pay fines. Below are detailed provisions regarding illegal taxis: 1. Penalty details: Both unlicensed drivers and those engaging in illegal transportation activities who cause major traffic accidents in violation of transportation management regulations will bear full responsibility. Whether it's driving without a license or operating an illegal taxi, both constitute serious violations of traffic regulations. 2. Definition: An illegal taxi refers to a vehicle that has not completed any formalities with transportation management departments, obtained an operating license, and engages in illegal transportation services.
I've been driving for almost ten years, having worked as a Didi driver and even taken unlicensed taxis. Recently, I heard that the new regulations impose much harsher penalties—starting directly at 10,000 RMB with vehicle confiscation. Not only could you face fines and points deducted, but your credit record could also be blacklisted. Last year, a friend of mine got caught and was fined over 8,000 RMB, which messed up his work. I suggest everyone avoid the temptation of cheap rides in unlicensed taxis or being tricked into driving them. Stick to legal platforms for picking up passengers—just register on the app and you're good to go, with support if anything goes wrong. Besides, traffic police are cracking down harder now, especially during rush hours. Getting caught once means huge losses. It's better to earn money the right way for peace of mind—more cost-effective in the long run.
