Air taxi pilot program for eVTOLs may begin nationwide in the US by summer 2026
For a long time, air taxis seemed like a futuristic concept—always promised but never quite landing in reality. I’ve seen some pretty advanced designs and heard about fantastic benefits: quiet rides, lower costs, and no traffic. Yet, here we are, still waiting. Now, though, things might finally change. The federal government is introducing electric air […]
Taxi driver who struck two women on a New York City sidewalk has had their license suspended, officials say.
Taxi Driver License Suspended After Accident A yellow cab driver was suspended from driving after hitting two women on a city sidewalk, according to officials. One of the passengers remarked that it felt like he had come from hell just hours before the incident. The Taxi and Limousine Commission revoked 25-year-old Mahamuda Akhter’s license as […]
Footage captures a runaway NYC taxi striking two women on the sidewalk.
Taxi Accident in New York City Injures Two Women Dramatic footage captured a taxi losing control and crashing onto a sidewalk in New York City, injuring two women before the vehicle collided with a warehouse. The incident unfolded Saturday afternoon on the Lower East Side, where the women were standing nearby, engaged in conversation. The […]
NYC taxi speeds into two women near bodega in dramatic video footage of the collision
A gut-wrenching incident unfolded in Manhattan when a runaway taxi slammed into two women walking on the sidewalk. This shocking moment was captured on video, showing one woman propelled into a basement while the other landed hard on the street. The accident occurred on a Friday afternoon along Rivington Street, near Essex Street, as both […]
Government selects aerospace firms for NY-NJ air taxi trial
New Yorkers might soon leave gridlock behind, as the metropolitan region has been selected for a test program focused on air taxis. This initiative will allow residents to travel to and from local airports from places like Manhattan, with costs similar to that of luxury car services. The announcement followed the Trump administration’s decision to […]
Taxi ad opposing antisemitism taken down for criticizing Mamdani’s free NYC bus initiative
An advertisement on taxis that mocked Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s free bus initiative was swiftly taken down after a report was published by the Post. The ad featured the phrase, “I’m not going to hide my Jewish star for a free bus ride.” Jamie Lowe, who is the executive vice president of the advertising agency Somo, […]
Manhattan borough president calls on Mamdani to remove Newsmax from NYC taxi screens
Calls to Remove Newsmax from Taxi TV in NYC Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Segal has asked Mayor Zoran Mamdani to deactivate the right-leaning media outlet Newsmax from taxi TVs installed in numerous yellow cabs. In a letter dated January 21, addressed to both Mamdani and Taxi and Limousine Commissioner Midori Valdivia, Hoylman-Segal stated that Newsmax […]
‘Air taxi’ resembling those in the Jetsons may transport New Yorkers within two years, according to a company.
Future of Air Taxis in New York According to a UK tech company, Jetsons-inspired “air taxis” might be a reality for New Yorkers by the decade’s end. Vertical Aerospace recently showcased its innovative Valo aircraft during an event in Manhattan. This four-seat electric vehicle is designed to travel up to 160 miles at speeds of […]
Nick Shirley Uncovers Deception in Taxi Companies Funded by Taxpayer Money and Operated by Somalis
Concerns Raised Over Taxi Services for the Poor in Minneapolis Nick Shirley’s recent video showcases his visits to various locations in Minneapolis that reportedly offer taxpayer-funded taxi services for low-income and unhealthy individuals. During his encounters, he faced vocal reactions from the local Somali community, who, despite their protests, did not provide any concrete evidence […]
Mayor Mamdani selects Midori Valdivia to lead the Taxi and Limousine Commission
Mayor Appoints Midori Valdivia as Chair of Taxi and Limousine Commission On Tuesday, Mayor Zoran Mamdani announced the appointment of Midori Valdivia as the new chair of the Taxi and Limousine Commission, challenging her to oversee the extensive network of rideshare vehicles and taxis in New York City. Valdivia brings a wealth of experience to […]