Brighton and Hove based taxi driver, Neil Webb, made the change from his London TX4 cab to the Peugeot Premier™ two years ago and hasn’t looked back since.
Exclusive to Cab Direct, the Peugeot Premier™ combines stylish good looks with affordability and superb fuel efficiency making it a firm favourite with economy-minded cabbies and company owners alike.
Neil said: “Over my 13 years in the taxi trade, I’ve had three TX4 cabs but when it was time to renew a couple of years ago, I decided to shop around.
“When I saw the deal Cab Direct had to offer on the Premier, I knew it was time to jump ship. On top of being a comfortable, modern vehicle, what attracted me as well as the cost of the cab which was half the price of a TX. For me, it really was a no brainer.”
Fuel Economy
With Peugeot’s economical Euro 5 HDi diesel engine under the bonnet, the Premier™ is extremely fuel-efficient making it one of the most cost-effective taxis on the market today. Opt for the automatic as Neil did and you’ll get an impressive 58.9mpg on the combined cycle.
Neil commented: “The miles per gallon I’m getting in the Premier are incredible. My fuel bills have almost halved and that’s a big plus point for us cabbies.”
Premier Features, Premier Comfort
Where Premier™ excels is in versatility. With its lightweight EasyLift™ ramp, Premier™ offers you a five-seat cab one minute and full wheelchair access the next, allowing you the flexibility to cater for every fare.
Neil said: “The ramp is so handy and makes life so much simpler for myself and wheelchair users alike. When I’m not using it, the ramp stows away flat to the floor and you would never know it was even there.
“There are so many fantastic features with the Premier but the cruise control is at the top of my list, especially as there are 20mph limits around most of the town.
“Another obvious difference is the drive. Premier beats the TX hands down on comfort. I definitely don’t feel the aches and pains of being behind the wheel after a long shift and even my regulars have noticed that they’re not rattling about in the back.”
Thumb’s Up
Neil concludes: “I would absolutely recommend the Premier. I’ve saved so much money from making the change and continue to do so while I’m on the road. There’s nothing in the market like it and I don’t regret it one bit.
“In terms of service from Cab Direct, it was a wonderful and hassle-free process from day one. There were no pressure phone calls and the after-sales has proven to be excellent too.”