Working a Saturday In The Taxi

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  • @ChrisBGSl
    @ChrisBGSl ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I stumbled across your videos by chance, as I am sure many of your viewers must. I have to say, I am actually surprised how much I enjoy them. Thank you for sharing your world with the rest of us.

  • @timhewitt1976
    @timhewitt1976 2 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    could you do a map with all your runs in one night/day marked on at once .. i just think it'd be cool to see

  • @toni4729
    @toni4729 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I have to say, it's been more than 55 years since I've been in London and this is a lot of fun running around seeing the same old stuff and the new things as well. I'll never see it again at my age, as I'm in Australia. Thanks for the rides.

  • @benwakefield93
    @benwakefield93 2 ปีที่แล้ว +131

    Really impressed with how youve evolved your videos after the issues with TFL. Still enjoy these videos and seem to have more info. Keep it up mate! Hopefully see you in London soon.

    • @Dynamikcheese
      @Dynamikcheese 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Best thing TFL did. He does a really good job at showing what London is all about.

    • @Shoorit
      @Shoorit 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What issues did he have with TFL?

    • @gavinprosser
      @gavinprosser 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What issues very Intrigued

    • @Dynamikcheese
      @Dynamikcheese 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@Shoorit basically they weren't happy in regards to confidentiality of clients. I think he also mentioned something to do with liability but could be misremembering. TFL basically said stop the videos or we revoke your licence. Good job they came to their senses.

    • @commuterbranchline8132
      @commuterbranchline8132 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for sharing another great video. You are an amazing ambassador for your trade and the knowledge of London!

  • @User-jk7fy
    @User-jk7fy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Hi Tom I am also cab driver but like to watch your video.
    Knowledge is power.

  • @missVmilne
    @missVmilne ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I am rewatching your narrated journey videos and loving them even more second time round - the intricate routes, the insights the challenges. And look at you, almost 80K subs.... roll on 100K and then 1M.... you've got this Tom ! Hello from London N2 : - )

  • @eximility
    @eximility 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Ahhhh Tom I was in London on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday spending some time with the Mrs for our anniversary. Did lots of sight seeing and the usual stuff, watched the lion King in theatre etc etc. One other thing I did and to the amusement of the Mrs was, 'finding tom'. We walked for ages each day whilst sightseeing to find you and hail you down haha 😄 maybe next time !

  • @Zazzri
    @Zazzri 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Brilliant videos, this will definitely become a tv show one day. Love the knowledge, I always tell my friends about the cabbie I watch who seems to have a fact for each area of London!

    • @TomtheTaxiDriver
      @TomtheTaxiDriver  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      London is just never ending with the facts!

  • @jackhoward658
    @jackhoward658 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love black cabs. Respect to all drivers out there keeping em going 👊🏻

  • @n.w.1364
    @n.w.1364 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Irish taxi driver here ..love these videos..that knowledge is irreplaceable

  • @yemol9454
    @yemol9454 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Honestly this video makes me want to hail a black cab in London. I haven’t been in one in years and your videos are really lovely to watch. Thank you for your great vlogs.

  • @richardboughton8338
    @richardboughton8338 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have had no end of people in my cab that didn't know where they lived... Nightmare, but also a good larf at times.

  • @thealbagalavanter9986
    @thealbagalavanter9986 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Tom finally caught up with all your videos lol 😆

  • @BoredOfBills
    @BoredOfBills 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I enjoy your videos (born and bred Londoner here) and I know the West End as well as any cab driver (bold claim I know - but true after 56 years) don't know North London past Regent's park AT ALL so it's fun to see your forays into Primrose hill etc - BUT the main thing is that if you and I ever shared a pint we would ARGUE about the pronunciation of Marylebone. You go for the "Mars Bar - Maaaarrrleeebone" and I go for the "Married" Marylebon. Anyway, fun videos, keep up the good work mate. I used to live on Lambs Conduit St and it seems to be a bit of a headache for cabbies because of the truly weird middle bit which separates the Russell Sq exit from the Gt Ormond St exit. I always used to say "what ever suits you" in answer to the question "which end" do you want to come in from ? I never understood why they didn't just open it as a street or pedestrianise the whole thing.

  • @jackhandley1919
    @jackhandley1919 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I’m currently doing the knowledge and watching your videos are so motivating! Thanks 👍

    • @jackhandley1919
      @jackhandley1919 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@czech-street-workout4193 lovely. Thanks for the advice 👍

  • @makeminealarge1
    @makeminealarge1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I'd of left the drunk woman in the street, especially after seeing that other female being sick out of the taxi infront earlier. Not worth the agro if she throws up inside your taxi. Great video Tom

  • @andrewbustin4859
    @andrewbustin4859 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    early in the video you mention the white lion on Westminster Bridge. There is a second one. It is at the main gate to Twickenham Stadium and was painted gold when England won the world cup in 2003

  • @BostonBobby1961
    @BostonBobby1961 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just discovered your videos. Sometime in the next year or so my wife and I are considering going on vacation/holiday to London. We’re from the USA. I drive for a living also. I drive a truck and a shuttle bus for the United States Postal Service in Downtown Boston.

  • @InclusiveDriving
    @InclusiveDriving 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great point about the business costs. By the time the expenses are covered, plus the tax woman's chunk, and pension provision, there's not that much left in your pocket!

    • @TomtheTaxiDriver
      @TomtheTaxiDriver  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Very much so! I made a video about the expenses of being a cabbie also!

    • @NoNonsenseJohnson
      @NoNonsenseJohnson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Still enough to make it worthwhile. Or no one would be doing it…..

  • @ErnieSaint
    @ErnieSaint 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Love these videos man! It's like I am vicariously living through your cab hahaha!

  • @stevenmccolm1531
    @stevenmccolm1531 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Tom, great video. I used to drive a TXI SE for Blind Veterans UK.

  • @coolbean6259
    @coolbean6259 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Hi Tom. Love the videos, really interesting and helped during lockdown. May I suggest perhaps sticking some form of a small poster in the back of the taxi alluding to your TH-cam channel with a link/ QR code to it. Not sure if this is against regulation or would come across as pretentious but yeah. Stay safe mate!

    • @6h483
      @6h483 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I think he has something like that

    • @coolbean6259
      @coolbean6259 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@6h483 ah ok, thanks for letting me know mate :)

  • @JowanCollier
    @JowanCollier 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh this is like the shipping forecast. It's so fluffy and lovely.
    But that LONDONER who is getting a TAXI from Piccadilly to St Pancras. This person must have quite the fear of the tube.

  • @lewis838
    @lewis838 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    these are so relaxing to watch ! probably not so relaxing being in there for you ! thanks for the great content Tom

  • @terry651000
    @terry651000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good to watch Tom, I haven’t driven a cab for six years. Euston station rank looks a lot better now.

  • @stevedudeney8562
    @stevedudeney8562 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Used to love a long Saturday, with a trip to Heathrow as soon as I got anywhere west of W.Ken. Used that time for a nice meal and a bit of a rest before the evening rush. Great video as usual. 👍🏻

  • @demon27dan
    @demon27dan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    It's amazing how many people hail you down with just a small wave or raise of their hand and you're able to spot them, as well as needing to keep your eyes on the road. You must need to keep eyes peeled at all times to pick them out amongst the other pedestrians.

    • @peterwhitaker4038
      @peterwhitaker4038 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      a good cabbie can spot a rat going down a drain 100 yards away on the opposie side of the road.

    • @blanco7726
      @blanco7726 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You’re driving at like bicycle speed though

  • @mygooglebot
    @mygooglebot 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i really want to visit london, not for the sites but would love to meet Tom, Seems such a nice Londoner

  • @KnugenMooMoo
    @KnugenMooMoo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice chilled Friday with a in the cab video thanks Tom

  • @brianmilligan1787
    @brianmilligan1787 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you are ever in Pont street winters morning say 5.30 am if you look up you will see a funnel of lights it's the stack system for all flights lining up for Heathrow amazing and beautiful.
    Location just at the bend behind harrods there is a big white building

  • @adamtoms761
    @adamtoms761 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the little kerching and gas leak sound effects 😂

  • @ILLVMBlog
    @ILLVMBlog ปีที่แล้ว

    Really enjoyed watching this! So much different driving there than it is here in Las Vegas.

  • @paulies5407
    @paulies5407 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Weekends are the ones. Traffic is great and you can be home by 8pm with a nice number in your pocket. Always busy.

    • @TomtheTaxiDriver
      @TomtheTaxiDriver  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yea pre covid I never found them that amazing

    • @hptt3710
      @hptt3710 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@TomtheTaxiDriver same, never found it busy pre covid but every country/city is now busy due to the effect of covid, More people are out then the norm. Can’t blame them, was stuck 2 years indoors. Also a shortage of cabs is helping us, my intake is work hard for now because it will get back to the norm sooner then later

  • @banzaipinball
    @banzaipinball 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i liked it when you shared some of the costs of the fare, give a good understand

  • @harvey455
    @harvey455 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Taxi tour day around London please don't refuse , money upfront !

  • @benmoorhouse1988
    @benmoorhouse1988 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice Aston Martin Cygnet at 8:48 😀

  • @ryanessex7978
    @ryanessex7978 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello Tom. I actually got a cab from Westminster Bridge tube to Imperial War Museum on Thursday. Then a cab from IWM to Borough Market.
    The first cab I got it came to £7.60, gave him £20 and said just give me a tenner back. I'm not sure he heard me as he gave me £13 change, yep that's right he knowingly gave me too much change. I picked up the tenner leaving him the 3 quid.
    Was a decent cabbie. Had a laugh with him about his orange roof after the Wednesday orange sky phenomenon.
    He watches this channel also, if you're watching, cheers for being decent.

    • @TomtheTaxiDriver
      @TomtheTaxiDriver  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to hear Ryan, yea that orange sky stuff was weird! Proper made the cab go all funky!

    • @ryanessex7978
      @ryanessex7978 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TomtheTaxiDriver yeah he was saying a lot of drivers were trying to clean their cabs but as we both said that's a never ending job until the sky clears.
      Also you're better off waiting and just using the jet wash. Trying to wash that off can scratch your paintwork.
      That's just my opinion of course.

  • @hutchiplayz6633
    @hutchiplayz6633 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, I just want to say we go to London quite a bit and the problem with the new electric taxis is you can’t see if the light is on or not

    • @TomtheTaxiDriver
      @TomtheTaxiDriver  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have a video about a secret tip for this, coming soon

  • @roysmith9733
    @roysmith9733 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Just wondering if, and how often, you have to charge the cab during a shift like this?

  • @LaurenandtheCrew
    @LaurenandtheCrew 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really look forward to these videos from you, they're so fun and interesting to watch!!

  • @michaelfrancis9372
    @michaelfrancis9372 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks again Hyde Park southbound is usually ok Northbound a disaster due to the Cycle Lane. Gordon st roadworks are finished but Russell sq is closed northbound roadworks a nightmare.
    Thanks again good work look forward to the next ☝️ one...

  • @FD-vj6hd
    @FD-vj6hd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When you talk about accepting an app job, what app is it? I don’t like uber and would rather get a cabbie but sometimes you’re not somewhere you’ll get picked up by luck

  • @victorgordon3334
    @victorgordon3334 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello tom thanks mate .I enjoyed the run .you make it look so easy .for all the bad things people say about london .you and other taxis are the good point about london .good luck mate bye .

  • @Teverell
    @Teverell ปีที่แล้ว

    3:34 - Red phone box, black cab, Georgian or Regency terrace in the background... tell me you're in London without telling me you're in London!
    Found your channel via Tom Scott Plus but it's taken a while to actually start watching your content (no idea why!!) and now I'm sitting here binge watching and hoping I can get to visit London again soon (recently moved from Kent to the Midlands, it's not so easy to get there any more!).

  • @TheSingaporeGuy
    @TheSingaporeGuy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really interesting to see how your driving strategy is very similar to how the more efficient ride hailing/taxi drivers are in Singapore.
    I’m a ride hailing driver under Grab myself and I always aim to stay in the “magic circle” or the town area in Singapore at night where demand is higher. Singapore drivers call it “ping-pong” Town/CBD.
    I would reject trips going to the outskirts or the airport 😂

  • @probablybadvideos
    @probablybadvideos 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Trinity church square - most beautiful street in London!

  • @borderlord
    @borderlord 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice vid.
    Any vids on how much you clear on average for 10 hrs shift!

  • @makeminealarge1
    @makeminealarge1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tom can I make a suggestion? How about setting up at tik tok account and doing live broadcasting while on your shift, its VERY popular on tik tok with people live streaming while doing various jobs... its just a thought.

  • @jamie2954
    @jamie2954 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would love to see more of this type of content. Great viewing.

  • @tobyskinner94
    @tobyskinner94 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Friday video!! Perfect way to start the weekend!

  • @-DC-
    @-DC- 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Spent five years driving trucks round London you either Love it or Hate it , The fun of an artic round the West End 🤣

    • @moosic2i
      @moosic2i 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow stessful. Ever consider doin the knowledge? Your experience must be an asset!

  • @jasoncarter2593
    @jasoncarter2593 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks for the video love seeing all the roads i used to drive down brings back fond memories

  • @vjary8142
    @vjary8142 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice to see you down south across the river, down the Old Kent Road. Love the mapping you do. Lovely wiggles!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Judd Street, Brunswick Sq towards Lambs Conduit?

  • @2aardvarks
    @2aardvarks 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really enjoyed that Tom, it was like being out there again, but with a lot more road closures.

  • @kevinnoscoe6284
    @kevinnoscoe6284 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you make a video on fare that don’t pay and what kind off help you can expect to receive from the police & how TFL look at these problems pls

  • @ccityplanner1217
    @ccityplanner1217 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have numbered all of the Park Plazas:
    Park Plaza 1 = Westminster
    Park Plaza 2 = County Hall
    Park Plaza 3 = Waterloo
    Park Plaza 4 = Albert Embankment

  • @danielgill797
    @danielgill797 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Well done about saying BIg Ben is the name of the main bell but what is the name of the tower then? The Elisabeth tower

  • @almuric1baggins337
    @almuric1baggins337 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Can't get enough of these type of videos from you Tom. Keep up the magic mate! All the best 😊

  • @jamesdeane6052
    @jamesdeane6052 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Jesus the knowledge is unreal on these taxi drivers I've been stuck in London not having a glue where I was going and which station I needed to link up with but these drivers know all the underground stations to get you home well worth the money they charge well done our London cabbies x

  • @graemesbikingdiary232
    @graemesbikingdiary232 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was really interesting. Thanks Tom!

  • @kellyk5946
    @kellyk5946 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was watching this and it reminded me of being a Telegram boy in the mid seventies. When my first day of being one was going to Balconde st. Dorset sq was cut off because of the Balcombe st siege and was surrounded by police.

  • @johnorchin8567
    @johnorchin8567 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow Tom! I reckon you earn your money. How many miles do you do in a shift including your commute? Also how many miles has your shiny new cab now done.
    It always looks so beautifully clean.

  • @stevelamport7862
    @stevelamport7862 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi tom gave up my job as a van driver for 20 yrs sent me to hamstead heath , no way to hiiy royal free . cant stop on hills

  • @Cabdrum1
    @Cabdrum1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tom, you might find this interesting, when I studied with WizAnn 20 years ago it was pointed out that Beauchamp Place is not pronounced ‘Bowshomp’ as you would expect but surprisingly ‘Beechamp’ …. and I’ve had people say it like that when requesting to go there ….

    • @draconianTL
      @draconianTL ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's how my posh aunt pronounces it that way, too (Bee-cham). Similarly she pronounces her surname "Plough" as "Pluff" and not "Plow" - she probably doesn't want to be reminded of agriculture :-D

  • @lukecinahgv
    @lukecinahgv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One thing I don’t do. Work on weekends 😂. Hope you’re alright Tom 🤙🏻

    • @TomtheTaxiDriver
      @TomtheTaxiDriver  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha been a rarity for me this year, but needed another day to cover my expenses.
      Cheers Luke 👍🏻 you too mate

  • @bluecalvette
    @bluecalvette 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tom, hope you are in the rank when I arrive next month at Heathrow. :-) I'm enjoying your videos for sure.

  • @DazzerJ
    @DazzerJ 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Find this interesting seeing how your night goes, and how London looks at certain times and days. Hope you are well :)

  • @ismailhussain7679
    @ismailhussain7679 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't think you needed to add the disclaimer, every week has ups and downs and you have shown the downs too. Well done

  • @DS-od1kb
    @DS-od1kb ปีที่แล้ว

    Believe it or not I once met a London cabbie outside King's Cross who had never heard of Field Street WC 1. I asked a passing police officer who found it on his pocket A to Z and basically it was a tiny street of about 10 office blocks literally 2 minutes walk from King's Cross. This was in 1987.

  • @jameshill8711
    @jameshill8711 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great insight Tom, thankyou.

  • @bowman4275
    @bowman4275 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had no idea! You did 10 hours and it would require 5 such days to earn a living? Vey impressive knowledge!

  • @gp1207
    @gp1207 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    hey tom is there about 60k streets in London that sounds unreal to remember all those names . when learning the routes in London do u start like east to west or learn in circle if that make sense thanks

    • @Gofindyourselves
      @Gofindyourselves 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You learn it all in small steps and slowly build up your knowledge. You will be surprised what you can remember, just repetition. Would definitely recommend doing the knowledge it’s something to be proud of.

  • @marcusskidmore6913
    @marcusskidmore6913 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Keep the history stuff coming, point out the landmarks.

  • @toranshaw4029
    @toranshaw4029 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice to see Friends House, that you passed by! :-)

  • @bblair2627
    @bblair2627 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Use a thinner black marker

  • @FBMoy
    @FBMoy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thoroughly loving the videos, Tom!

  • @markpunt9638
    @markpunt9638 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fascinating video - I’m going to watch it a second time.
    I can imagine that, the odd trip to the likes of Clapham and Islington does break up the shift - otherwise being stuck in W1 and SW1 the entire time would get a bit tiring.

  • @alabouakaz99
    @alabouakaz99 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    TOM YOU ABSOLUTE LEGEND, keep up the videos mate and goodluck

  • @minislayer2010
    @minislayer2010 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was on the cabs for 6 and a half years. Hated every day of it.

  • @Tigermoto
    @Tigermoto 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Stupid question, but does no one make a Sun shade to sit over the light so people can see it more clearly? Didn't the old cab have a sun shade standard?

  • @b1gn3ll
    @b1gn3ll 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks

  • @mikemerriman4109
    @mikemerriman4109 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the videos… such a boring question but what did you do in regards to the family with the small child?
    Do they provide a car seat?
    Always wondered how this worked with babies in taxis etc when my daughter was growing up!

  • @simonnlaroche5438
    @simonnlaroche5438 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent content, really interesting. Thank you!

  • @nadim2769
    @nadim2769 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What's your favourite times to work Tom? I deliver parcels and groceries but definitely prefer after 9pm I find the road much quieter and I can go quicker

    • @TomtheTaxiDriver
      @TomtheTaxiDriver  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Afternoons and evenings. Much easier to get in and out

  • @2552legoboy
    @2552legoboy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this since i cycle a lot of thee roads

  • @BLX187
    @BLX187 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Euston underpass area needs changing fast.. depressing driving there

  • @chairman6652
    @chairman6652 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well worth the 30 minutes watch 👍🏿

  • @bensearing3325
    @bensearing3325 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mate - love the video as always. Would be great to see your takings per journey or in total at the end of the day, maybe minus expenses.

    • @notused.
      @notused. 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They get around £153 per shift

  • @TheLavud001
    @TheLavud001 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Tom are you exempt from the congestion/ulez charge if not do you pass it on to the customer ? great and interesting vids bud

    • @pryan9892
      @pryan9892 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes they are

  • @thealbagalavanter9986
    @thealbagalavanter9986 ปีที่แล้ว

    Been thinking if you were to record an entire shift in your cab including your commute into outta Town and all your quiet times you easily would have a video of over 12 hours in length

  • @MrAlexplosion
    @MrAlexplosion 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey random one, was the guy who had a nightmare with British Airways travelling from the US. Have a feeling that could be my uncle since the timeline matches up he landed early morning and didnt make it back til late, he would have been eventually been coming to North Wales if he mentioned that

    • @TomtheTaxiDriver
      @TomtheTaxiDriver  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nah was a Brit. Whole BA system was down so it might have screwed with a lot of people

  • @GamingFunTime
    @GamingFunTime 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does this no exit zone hit the British Museum, seeing a lot less taxis in the area

  • @ianhutchinson970
    @ianhutchinson970 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tom came across your channel recently and I am loving the really informative content. However, when you say 'comply' St. Georges Circus, what does 'comply' mean? I am really puzzled by this.

    • @TomtheTaxiDriver
      @TomtheTaxiDriver  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for stopping by and commenting!
      It’s a term used when we study The Knowledge. Used generally on roundabouts, basically means “navigate” or “deal with” the roundabout. Followed by an instruction of “leave by left, or leave by right” etc.

  • @Cal900
    @Cal900 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How is the traffic compared to weekday?
    Loving the videos as always 👍

  • @acpatsalides
    @acpatsalides 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Tom, you always mention going over the Euston road underpass heading East. (on your paddington - Euston run...). Why is that? Is it because there is a bus lane when you go over and through the lights on the way back down? Would you do the same in a personal car not using the bus lane? Hate the full cycle lane on the underpass... Often there for 20min at a time waiting to get through the lights. Sometimes its solid over the top as well as below. I never know what to do...

    • @TomtheTaxiDriver
      @TomtheTaxiDriver  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yea bus lane over the top, not too sure the speed if it’s in a car

    • @chriseast8470
      @chriseast8470 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      yes khant has made the underpass so slow a tramp has been living in there !!!

  • @minimaxi802
    @minimaxi802 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How do you know where everything is in London like big famous buildings, but what about small streets, little known hotels, pubs and clubs etc?

    • @TomtheTaxiDriver
      @TomtheTaxiDriver  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep, knowledge tests everything. Here’s some points I was personally asked on my oral exams.
      Pembridge school for girls
      Jamie Oliver’s 15 Restaurant
      Dominican Republic Embassy
      Cherry Duck Studios
      Bow Quarter Apartments
      An examiner can ask you anything

  • @Gary-mu1bu
    @Gary-mu1bu 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video thanks Tom

  • @kkrispy2009P
    @kkrispy2009P 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tom well done on 48k subs very detailed

  • @tonyclifton265
    @tonyclifton265 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    28:39 taxis in tokyo have driver-operated rear doors which are opened by the driver pulling a lever beside him. god forbid british taxis should have such advanced technology!

    • @lars7935
      @lars7935 ปีที่แล้ว

      The newer ones sometimes have electric sliding doors

  • @SlothyGal
    @SlothyGal 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Heya Tom! Why don't you do some Livestreams some time (if he/you do/does, please navigate me to them!!)