NYC Taxi News founder Abe Mittleman, taxi industry expert Carolyn Protz and AutoMarketplace’s Dawood Mian discuss all things NYC for-hire transportation (TLC). Recorded on September 15, 2024.
Disclaimer: Nothing in the discussion should be interpreted as financial advice.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
0:00 Introduction 3:52 Too much government? 7:56 Uber vs. Taxi (government perspective) – Part 1 9:14 Uber business model profitable? Lyft? 10:17 Uber vs. Taxi – Part 2 11:02 Corruption vs. Incompetence 14:58 Uber vs. Taxi – Part 3 16:14 TLC insurance crisis (American Transit) 21:21 NYC Commuter Van discussion 28:28 Taxi medallion foreclosures 30:40 Medallion market update 32:18 Was MRP debt restructuring fair? 36:11 50% WAV requirement for NYC taxis 43:28 Hydrogen vs. Electric Vehicles 45:26 Thoughts on EV mandate 50:44 Congestion Pricing? Impact on market? 57:52 FHV parking in commercial spots? 1:03:05 Bathroom access for drivers 1:08:11 Conclusion
NYC Taxi Industry Podcast (Sept 2024)