Electric vehicles are becoming a bigger part of the UK taxi and private hire industry, and it’s a question we get asked about, so here’s an honest look at where things stand and what it means for passengers.
Electric taxis run on a battery rather than petrol or diesel, which means no tailpipe emissions and a much quieter ride. For passengers, that mostly shows up as a smoother, quieter journey — electric motors deliver power instantly rather than through gear changes, so acceleration feels different to a conventional car.
Right now, Clocktower Cars’ fleet is built around modern Mercedes and BMW vehicles, which we choose for comfort, reliability, and presentation on executive and airport bookings. We keep an eye on the electric vehicle market as charging infrastructure and vehicle range continue to improve, and we’ll update our fleet mix as it makes sense for the routes and journey lengths we cover — some of which are long airport transfers where range and charging time still matter.
If having an electric or hybrid vehicle specifically matters to you, it’s worth asking when you book so we can let you know what’s available. Otherwise, you can expect the same standard of driver and vehicle care across our fleet regardless of what’s under the bonnet.
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