A friend of mine just landed in Amsterdam today. He sent me a quick photo from the airport. Two white Tesla Model S taxis. He said from what he sees so far it's a 50/50 mix of Tesla vs. other cars for the taxi market. I have no idea what his sample size is yet but I think it's pretty interesting.
I understand that, obviously, a Tesla is pretty expensive for most cab drivers to afford as a cash purchase. But when you look at fuel savings and potential for financing, I wonder if there is explosive growth potential here provided the charging infrastructure can accomodate the daily cab driver's needs.
Anyone who knows the taxi industry want to comment / discuss? I guess especially in Europe, with really expensive fuel, the cost savings of an EV (under super high mileage driving) is quite attractive.
I understand that, obviously, a Tesla is pretty expensive for most cab drivers to afford as a cash purchase. But when you look at fuel savings and potential for financing, I wonder if there is explosive growth potential here provided the charging infrastructure can accomodate the daily cab driver's needs.
Anyone who knows the taxi industry want to comment / discuss? I guess especially in Europe, with really expensive fuel, the cost savings of an EV (under super high mileage driving) is quite attractive.
There are always taxis there when I charge.
