As a result, taxi cab operators will often drive at high speeds and disregard traffic laws in order to maximize their earnings. (altmanllp.com)
That said, the real muscle behind the pushback stems from disenfranchised cab operators, who must comply with a complex web of regulations and shell out for insurance, vehicle maintenance and exorbitant licence fees: In Montreal, cab drivers pay around $ 200,000 for a taxi medallion. (canadianbusiness.com)
Its immense popularity with cab operators is a validation of its low running costs and high dependability. (autosarena.com)