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THE TAXI CENTRE MARKS ONE YEAR OF LEVC SUCCESS IN SCOTLAND
A year on since becoming Scotland’s leading retailer of London Electric Vehicle Company (LEVC) vehicles, The Taxi Centre is set to expand with a new aftersales service
and a new Edinburgh-based sales representative. Over the past year, The Taxi Centre’s association with LEVC has played a pivotal role in revolutionising the landscape for taxi drivers in Scotland, in particular in Glasgow and Edinburgh, where the local authorities have introduced Low Emissions Zones. In a move that addresses the growing demand in Glasgow and the capital city, The Taxi Centre has appointed two dedicated sales representatives, Jordan Walker and James Welsh who facilitate test drives, take orders and run roadshow events throughout the year for customers to come and see the product in a central location to them, over a coffee and friendly chat. The Taxi Centre now has a full operational aftersales facility in the middle of Glasgow city centre to further support the brand’s growth strategy and its customer base to ensure LEVC drivers have minimal downtime and a local servicing option including any warranty work. The Taxi Centre expects further investment to increase the company’s sales and servicing colleagues, as drivers in Scotland recognise the need to move to electric and hybrid vehicles. This comes as more councils push forward plans to limit pollution, working towards achieving the country’s net zero ambitions. LEVC customers continue to benefit from the Plug-in Taxi Grant (PiTG) Government Scheme, applicable across the UK, as well as the Energy Savings Trust Switched on Taxis loan, exclusive to Scotland. LEVC’s TX model, an evolution of London’s iconic black cab, is becoming ever popular amongst drivers, thanks to its electrically-driven drivetrain and ability to charge using every connection currently available in the UK. The TX allows drivers to switch between using fuel or stored energy, meaning they don’t experience the same range anxiety associated with some other electrically powered models. Gregor Mackie, Divisional Operations Director of Vertu Ventures within the Vertu Motors group, of which the Taxi Centre is part of, said: “Our partnership with LEVC has been a journey of learning and growth. The LEVC TX has been a game-changer for taxi drivers in Glasgow and Edinburgh. Those who have made the
PHTM DECEMBER 2023
Field Sales Managers James Welsh, Jordan Walker (L) with Branch Manager Stephen Porter (R)
switch consistently describe it as a transformative experience that has made their work more enjoyable. “We’re certainly geared up for a future of continued expansion, while providing taxi drivers with innovative solutions they need to thrive in this evolving landscape. “We’ve been supporting drivers with a specialist taxi offering for more than 20 years, and now we’re at the forefront of the next generation of vehicles, with the LEVC TX being a particular favourite. It has all the styling of a classic cab but with the modern technology that is not only greener than other vehicles, but also makes a journey comfortable for passengers and drivers. “The LEZs have presented unique challenges for our hackney drivers but thankfully there are schemes in place to support drivers to make the switch and we’re able to support them through the process.” Daniel Cross, UK Operations Director of LEVC, said: “LEVC is delighted to have The Taxi Centre as our partner in Scotland, which has always been one of our key priorities and historically the largest market out- side London. I am confident we can continue to grow this relationship between ourselves and the taxi trade. “For LEVC, it is critical that we can support our customers in both sales and aftersales and The Taxi Centre has the capacity and resources to do just that. We look forward to continued success for the taxi trade in Scotland and working in partnership with The Taxi Centre and everyone connected with the trade.”
For more information contact The Taxi Centre on 0330 178 1083,
www.thetaxicentre.com or see our advert on pages 8-9, 82.
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