Schwerin in the taxi dilemma: Asian cities as role models?

Schwerin in the taxi dilemma: Asian cities as role models?

Things are currently going haywire in Schwerin when it comes to taxi offerings. Anyone who has to rely on a taxi ride on a weekend or at night could quickly find themselves stranded. According to a current report commissioned by the Schwerin city council, it turns out that there is a significant shortage of taxis during these times. While the drivers are busy during the day during the week, only 10 to 20 taxis are used at night and on weekends. If you believe the Schwerin Taxi Guild's assessment, a number of 85 taxi licenses would be optimal to cover demand. But the reality is different: too few passengers and a lack of events mean that taxis often have to stay in the garage at night. ndr.de reports that ...

However, the situation could get worse because taxi companies will have to invest in new technology from next year. The operators are faced with the challenge of investing at least 500 euros in systems that accurately bill trips and report them to the tax office. A tough business when you consider the lack of young talent in the industry. This means that veterans are increasingly working alone, while talented young people often look for other careers.

Taxi driving in Schwerin: Everything about the topic

Despite the difficulties at night and on weekends, taxi driving in Schwerin is generally available quickly and transparently. The taxis are available at bus stops, train stations and busy junctions, making it easy to get a taxi spontaneously. Popular destinations are the main train station, the Marienplatz Center or the Helios Clinic, which are all easily accessible.

Taxi prices are clearly regulated. They are based on an officially set tariff, which is determined using the taximeter. A distinction is made between basic price, kilometer price and, if necessary, a time price for standstill. Anyone planning a trip can also estimate the price in advance using a price calculator on the website, regardless of whether the trip is to Wismar, Rostock, Hamburg or even Berlin. taxirechner.de provides information about…

For a guaranteed pickup, we recommend ordering by telephone from the Schwerin taxi cooperative. You can also clarify there whether payment by card is possible - this is usually the case, but prior confirmation is always advisable. Pre-orders are particularly recommended for early trains or airport journeys to avoid inconvenience.

In summary, it can be said that the taxi industry in Schwerin has some hurdles to overcome. While everything runs smoothly during the day, there is potential for improvement at night and on weekends. Whether the new system and the upcoming investments will lead to this remains to be seen. Meanwhile, the hope remains that more passengers will find their way to taxis and that young people will develop an interest in this important service.