Glasgow Taxis introduces electric taxi option for passengers preferring a greener black cab journey
Passengers in Glasgow can now choose to travel in an electric black cab for the first time, following the introduction of a new service by Glasgow Taxis.
The city’s largest taxi fleet outside London has added an option for customers to request an electric LEVC cab, known as the “EV 6”, through the Glasgow Taxis app.
The feature allows users to select the vehicle type when booking. Those preferring to book by phone can also request an electric cab, though availability is not guaranteed.
The move comes as demand for greener transport grows, driven by environmental policies, government incentives, and a shift in corporate travel preferences towards sustainability.
Glasgow Taxis’ app offers a secure and straightforward booking process, with real-time tracking for added convenience. The app is available for download on Apple’s App Store and Google Play for Android users.
Dougie McPherson, Glasgow Taxis chairman, said: “We’re delighted to introduce this new option for all customers, which is now visible at booking stage on the Glasgow Taxis app. It has broad appeal across our customer marketplace and is a further demonstration of our commitment to meeting the evolving demands of customers in 2025.
“We have considered this option for some time and, due to the investment of the members, have now reached a stage where this can be offered as an option. Without them and that commitment the service doesn’t exist so once again we thank them for everything they do for the trade and the city.
“Despite the unprecedented challenges the Glasgow taxi trade has faced in recent years – as it has in cities across the UK – I firmly believe our fleet of taxis has never looked better and that’s all for the benefit of the people who matter most, our customers. Nothing stands still so we are already looking at future trends to identify what we might next introduce to keep us one step ahead – watch this space.”
