What does cruising taxi mean?
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Cruising taxis are just regular taxis, but now there are also online ride-hailing taxis (ride-hailing services), and the transportation authorities have coined this new term for cruising taxis. Classification of cruising taxis: In terms of building a diversified service system, taxis will be divided into cruising taxis and online ride-hailing taxis. The latter is referred to as ride-hailing services for short. Cruising taxis are painted and equipped with special taxi logos, mainly picking up passengers by "patrolling the streets" or waiting at stations like airports and hubs. They can also provide reservation services via phone or the internet. Cruising taxis are referred to as cruising cars for short. Related requirements: Vehicles must have complete documentation, including an operating license, and drivers must have the necessary qualifications. However, cruising is not allowed, and private cars are prohibited from joining.
A cruising taxi is actually what we commonly refer to as a regular taxi! It's the kind of car that drives slowly on the street with a roof light on, and it stops when you wave at it by the roadside. Nowadays, many people use ride-hailing apps, but cruising taxis remain the most traditional way. The biggest difference between cruising taxis and ride-hailing services is that cruising taxis can pick up passengers anytime on the road, while ride-hailing requires booking via a smartphone. I often take cruising taxis, especially after working late—it's much quicker to hail one directly on the street than waiting for a ride-hailing car. However, some cities now require cruising taxis to use new energy vehicles, which can be a headache for drivers if charging stations are insufficient. Always choose licensed companies—those with fare meters in the car are reliable, and avoid unlicensed vehicles.
