Contact Us
Unit 2 Abbots Park
Monks Way, Preston
Brook, Cheshire
WA7 3GH
Services
The taxi and professional driver business is more complex than ever before. Whether it’s Uber’s IPO, the impact of the #deleteuber campaign on Britain’s drivers, government support for electric taxis, changing disability compliance or the potential effect of driverless vehicles, if it affects the professional drivers community, we make it our business to know about it, understand it and share all we can with our customers to keep them informed.
Here you’ll find taxi industry news and discussion, expert comment and advice pieces to support you as a professional driver. We’ll also share our insight and research so that you can make good decisions about your future as a taxi driver.
You’ll also find all Freeway news that affects your policy or the service you receive.
It’s important to us that we listen to our customers and give them what they need. If it matters to you, it matters to us. So if there’s an issue doing the rounds on the taxi circuit and you want to know more, message us @FreewayUKIns and our news team will take a look.
We all know the law when it comes to driving. Don’t look at your phone behind the wheel, no going above the speed limit, never go on a red light etc. However, there are actually some more obscure driving laws in the UK that you’re probably unaware of. Here is a list of driving laws […]
Friday, September 18th 2020
We are excited to announce our sole Insurance provider La Parisienne are changing their name to Wakam. Established in 1829, Wakam have deep rooted history running through their core, known around the world for insuring France’s first horse-drawn carriages. Wakams identity has evolved since 1829 and feel its now time to rebrand the commercial and […]
Wednesday, September 16th 2020
We never really think about it, but it takes a lot of careful planning and detail when designing junctions across the UK road network. As a taxi driver, you’re tasked with knowing the quickest routes, the safest roads, and knowing which junctions take you to which places. However, sometimes junction planning can have messy results. […]
Tuesday, September 15th 2020
“Created by Londoners, for Londoners”, that’s the message readers are welcomed to on Wystle’s official website. Wystle, a London-based company, have recently announced their launch in the UK capital, competing with the likes of Uber, Kapten and Ola as it aims to dominate the London ride-hailing market. The company has said they have been granted […]
Tuesday, September 15th 2020
When it comes to the online mapping industry, there are three big players out there currently; Apple Maps, Google Maps and Bing Maps. On this post, we will be taking a look at all three to determine which is the best mapping software to use as you drive. Google Maps has long been the dominant […]
Monday, September 14th 2020
We are excited to announce our sole Insurance provider La Parisienne are changing their name to Wakam. Established in 1829, Wakam have deep rooted history running through their core, known around the world for insuring France’s first horse-drawn carriages. Wakam’s identity has evolved since 1829 and feel its now time to rebrand the commercial and […]
Monday, September 14th 2020
Uber has been rolling out a number of new features recently to help make journeys safer as the coronavirus pandemic continues. Such measures have previously included ensuring passengers don’t sit near the drivers, as well as requiring both drivers and passengers to wear a face covering at all times as they ride. Now, the company […]
Friday, September 4th 2020
Google Maps has become almost an essential part of life in many ways. Whether you’re trying to find directions to a location, want to check out local destinations, or are trying to find nearby restaurants when you’re feeling peckish, chances are you’ve used Google Maps fairly frequently. Its easy-to-view design makes it stand out easily […]
Friday, September 4th 2020
Uber UK has recently released a major update to its ride-hailing app. In addition to now providing more health and safety reminders amidst the coronavirus pandemic, Uber has also launched PIN verification to its features. How It Works: If you’ve opted in for the new feature, once you’ve requested a trip on the app, you’ll […]
Thursday, August 27th 2020
Driving your vehicle across the country, you’re likely to incur a toll charge at some point during your journeys. Here is a list of major toll roads that drivers are likely going to cross, and how you can avoid paying a hefty charge. M6 TOLL The M6 Toll is probably the most famous example […]
Wednesday, August 26th 2020
Get an instant online quote or speak to a member of our team