You might think because they drive a “posh” black cab, they’re rolling in cash. Bless your heart. The reality is that a cabbie’s earnings are deeply seasonal. Summer months can be dead. Winter? Busy, but you’re also dealing with tourists who don’t know how to fold a map.
Plus, there’s competition. Uber and other apps have squeezed the market. A black cab driver now fights for fares more than ever. They rely on their personality and shortcuts to win the game.
