Uber customers in Liverpool will soon be able to order taxis in a completely different way.
The transportation company has today announced the launch of Local Cab in the city, which gives passengers the option to book trips with a local taxi operator via the Uber app. Anyone using Uber in Liverpool can select the Local Cab option, alongside regular Uber-operated options such as UberX and UberXL.
Local Cab trips will be delivered by operators from Village Taxis to fulfil, with all subsequent support provided by them.
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The arrival of Local Cab in Liverpool follows previous launches in over 60 locations across the UK, including Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham.
Sarah Hunter, Director at Village Taxis, said: “We’re proud to bring Local Cab to the people of Liverpool. This provides another way for customers to book with us – and for anyone visiting Liverpool that already uses the Uber app, Local Cab will make it easy for them to book a ride with a local operator.”
Andrew Brem, General Manager at Uber UK, said: “Liverpool is one of a growing number of towns and cities in England where riders can access both UberX and Local Cab in the same app. This will help maximise earnings opportunities for drivers while giving passengers in Liverpool more choice, meaning that everyone will benefit. We’re looking forward to extending Local Cab in more UK towns and cities soon."
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