Hackney taxi driver Eddie Hampton was the first proud owner of Cab Direct’s latest wheelchair accessible taxi, the all-new Peugeot Premier™, in Dundee.
Since taking delivery of his new taxi in June, Eddie has been inundated with other taxi drivers asking him about his new cab. Clearly, he’s set quite a trend, with an avalanche of taxi sales for Cab Direct’s unique taxi conversion of the Peugeot Partner.
Eddie comments: “Being the first one in Dundee I had loads of taxi drivers asking for feedback on the cab. I think they saw me as the guinea pig really. I’ve nothing bad to say about the Premier taxi and would happily recommend it to anyone in the taxi trade – especially in terms of value for money.”
Value Cab
As the latest addition to Cab Direct’s wheelchair accessible taxi range, you could be forgiven for thinking that the Premier™, complete with its unique new wheelchair accessible ramp, might cost an arm and a leg. You’d be wrong!
Eddie says: “When I decided to change my taxi, the Premier™ really stood out in terms of cost. It looks great too. It’s a fantastic cab for the money!”
Besides its low initial outlay, from only £12,995 + VAT, the Premier™ taxi also comes up trumps when it comes to fuel consumption. Powered by Peugeot’s economical HDi 90 diesel engine, the Premier™ boasts excellent fuel efficiency, making it one of the most cost-effective taxis on the market today.
Accessible Taxi
One of the big plus points for drivers looking for versatility is the Premier’s new lightweight FlatFold™ rear access ramp, which has been specially adapted to offer quick and easy wheelchair access without compromising on passenger luggage capacity. Unlike many other taxis on the road, the Premier provides plenty of boot space as well as convenient rear wheelchair access.
The all-new taxi also features a lowered floor, providing an easy ramp gradient to make loading and unloading wheelchair passengers smooth and easy.
Eddie comments: “The wheelchair ramp is absolutely first class. It couldn’t be any easier to use. Plus, my customers love it because the lowered floor means they’re sitting lower down too. I’ve had lots of great comments about the taxi and its wheelchair ramp.”
Charitable Comfort
Another benefit to the Peugeot Premier™ is the great features that come as standard. The height-adjustable armrest, MP3 compatible CD player with remote controls, electric front windows and innovative storage solutions combine to make a great working environment for every taxi driver.
Something which Eddie is only too pleased about as he has been spending more time behind the wheel recently in a bid to help a close neighbour and her family. Eddie explains: “Sadly my neighbour, of only 44 years old, has been diagnosed with a terminal illness.
“We’re having a fundraiser in her honour and lots of local businesses have been very generous in donating gifts. As a resident taxi driver, I’ve been only too happy to offer my services and have been delighted to pick up donations across the city. I’m sure, despite the sad circumstances, it will prove to be a great night with lots raised for the family.”