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20-09-2012, 07:21 AM | #1 | ||
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Game over for the Falcon as a taxi, and perhaps LPG for taxi use?
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/vic...-1226477630413 BUT a chance for FoA [and others] to capture the market Gut feeling, it has going to have to be van based, perhaps Transit-Connect? http://www.ford.com/trucks/transitconnect/ Ford HQ have already done all the hard work: https://www.fleet.ford.com/showroom/...ransittaxi.asp DON'T STUFF THIS UP FoA! Last edited by flappist; 20-09-2012 at 07:42 AM. |
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20-09-2012, 07:31 AM | #2 | ||
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ah aren't taxis second hand cars and not new generally?
To be honest I'm all for this idea of a standardised taxi.
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20-09-2012, 07:35 AM | #3 | ||
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Most taxis are secondhand, and not even factory e-gas i thought...
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20-09-2012, 07:38 AM | #4 | |||
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Starting with the cost of a lics. from the $500k mark to $20k [poor guys that paid 1/2 mil. will NOT be compensated!] The whole taxi industry in Vic. will be changed, the vehicle is inc. in the change program Also the Falcon and sedans in general are not suitable, too small and dangerous for the driver, it was in the Prof Fels repot as unsuitable for taxi use Your always quick to reply and complain though!!,,,,,,,,build a bridge!! |
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20-09-2012, 06:27 PM | #8 | |||
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I would love to see the reaction if they really tried to destroy the hugely excessive value of taxi licence fees by introducing low cost ones. The old tram strike in Vic was another nail that ruined the government of the time as they blocked the streets, imagine a taxi strike, lol, especially when this government is no shoe-in to win the next election. When it comes to self interest, governments are supreme. |
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20-09-2012, 01:18 PM | #10 | |||
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90% of the cabs I see in Melbourne are Falcons, 5% are Commodores and the rest are Camry hybrids
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20-09-2012, 07:43 AM | #11 | ||
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Also in adelaide we have prius taxis.. Use less fuel/lpg but still get charged the same as the thirstier commodores/falcons.. I agree one make taxis australia wide
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20-09-2012, 08:00 AM | #12 | |||
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But here in Vic. its really Falcon first, NOTHING 2nd....... As per the Fels Report, its all going to change [bout time too!] |
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25-09-2012, 10:41 AM | #13 | |||
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20-09-2012, 08:00 AM | #14 | ||
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Mayor Bloomberg outlawed Crown Vics as taxis in New York City. You don't want to see the thing that's going to replace them.
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20-09-2012, 08:02 AM | #15 | |||
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http://www.taxioftomorrow.com/web/index.php Job well done all the same: http://www.taxioftomorrow.com/web/TaxiGraphic.php Interesting to see how it will last after a few miles on it, front drive does not like hard demanding work Bring back the Checker Cab!! Last edited by RASER; 20-09-2012 at 08:12 AM. Reason: NV200 NISSAN |
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20-09-2012, 08:07 AM | #16 | ||
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I think we have the oddest taxi in tamworth...a ssang yong wagon thingy...most still have Ba, Bf wagons, and a few camrys and at least on prius.
In a way, if the falcon isnt seen as a taxi, it could be benifical.
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20-09-2012, 10:41 PM | #17 | |||
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UGH! Got one of them Stavics in Busso too! Horrid things... Other than that it's AU's, a few B series, an AUIII wagon with a smartbar, and a couple of Toyota vans. |
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The problem with creating an 'iconic' taxi, is that they'd all have to look the same, and only one can get the contract. So it should be pretty expensive for any city to do that. FoA could import RHD Transit Connect's in taxi livery, but I don't think it'd be worth their time.
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21-09-2012, 12:09 AM | #19 | ||
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[QUOTE=Buntz93ED]I think it's the only Stavic in Busselton too. [quote]
unfortunately no... Ive seen a silver one around too....... You in Busso eh? |
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20-09-2012, 01:14 PM | #21 | ||
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In Melbourne there is heaps of non Ford and Holden taxis getting around. There is a few that have been using the Prius for a few years now.
Well better Taxis and regualtions is not a bad thing IMO. |
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20-09-2012, 01:53 PM | #22 | ||
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In QLD Falcons are already a rarity. Mate is a cabbie and his boss is one of the last guys to run gas falcons on the coast, two wagons and a sedan. All bought 2nd hand from the auctions.
The BF 1's have to be taken off the road soon but they have a BF3 wagon which they can keep a while longer. They are dead on sticking on with Falcons. All the other cabbies have moved on to Prius', Hybrid Camrys and weird stuff like Ssanyongs and VW Jettas.
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20-09-2012, 03:14 PM | #23 | ||
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Not that easy, vehicle has to designed, tested for a small niche market it would have to be profitable for the big boys to consider this and be Australia wide sales....
Don't hold your breath on this one, theory and practical is two different things. |
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20-09-2012, 03:17 PM | #24 | ||
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Mark Skaife can do it - TOTF (Taxi Of The Future)
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20-09-2012, 03:21 PM | #25 | ||
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Just wait... Holden will offer the caprice no doubt!!! They already build specialised units for the US Police / corrective services departments. Wont take much to build an LPG Caprice here with steel rims and a barrier (they already have the technology!).
Hardly anyone buys new cabs so its going to be interesting. Would hate to own a taxi licence.
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20-09-2012, 04:35 PM | #28 | ||
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Sydney could do with a new taxi system...
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20-09-2012, 05:42 PM | #29 | ||
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Very rarely see Falcon cabs up here, most now are VW and Toyota hybrids.
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20-09-2012, 06:31 PM | #30 | ||
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Lot of Prius taxis around Rockhampton...but let me tell you, don't try and fit four typical blokes in one...especially if one is a huge Kiwi...
Standard taxis have been in used in England and the USA before, and they seemed to work fine. There's a new version of the London taxi, but it's still pretty much the traditional style. I don't think there's actually a replacement for the Checker cab in the USA. Some of the most interesting mechanical noises I've ever heard in my life used to be in Brisbane taxis...usually Falcons...odd clunks and shimmies...not very confidence-inspiring... |
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