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Unique to MatchMyDriver: a customer proposal and one-time negotiation
Unique to MatchMyDriver: a customer proposal and one-time negotiation

MatchMyDriver brings customers and professional drivers directly together. From September 10, 2026, customers can quote a reasonable target price for a public ride order and negotiate once per driver after the bids.

David Mohan 3 min
Tesla FSD approved in Europe: what does this mean for drivers in the Netherlands?
Tesla FSD approved in Europe: what does this mean for drivers in the Netherlands?

Tesla's Full Self-Driving system has been approved for use on European roads. We explain what this means for professional drivers and the future of taxi transport in the Netherlands.

David Mohan 2 min
Robot taxis in Europe: from science fiction to the street, what awaits us?
Robot taxis in Europe: from science fiction to the street, what awaits us?

Waymo in San Francisco, Baidu in China and now also tests in Germany and the Netherlands. Robot taxis are on their way. What does this mean for professional drivers in Europe?

David Mohan 2 min
Mobiliteit.nl: The news platform for transport and mobility
Mobiliteit.nl: The news platform for transport and mobility

Mobiliteit.nl is the platform for news, background and developments in the transport and mobility sector. What can it benefit you as a taxi driver?

David Mohan 1 min
Taxi Disputes Committee: Handling complaints as a taxi entrepreneur
Taxi Disputes Committee: Handling complaints as a taxi entrepreneur

As a taxi entrepreneur you can join the Disputes Committee. What does this mean and why is it important to you and your customers?

David Mohan 1 min
Drivers are fed up with Uber and Bolt apps: 'I work for them, but they don't work for me'
Drivers are fed up with Uber and Bolt apps: 'I work for them, but they don't work for me'

High commissions, opaque algorithms and no social security: more and more professional drivers are turning their backs on Uber and Bolt and opting for direct customer contact.

David Mohan 2 min
Self-employed Taxi Driver: Everything you need to know as a self-employed person
Self-employed Taxi Driver: Everything you need to know as a self-employed person

As an independent taxi driver (self-employed) you are your own boss. Read all about the rules, taxes, insurance and benefits of being self-employed in the taxi industry.

David Mohan 1 min
Where does the money from your taxi ride really go?
Where does the money from your taxi ride really go?

Many people hear taxi drivers complain about high app costs. But how exactly does that work, and who is actually right? We explain the two models and show how things can be fairer.

David Mohan 3 min
Step-by-step plan: Starting a taxi company in the Netherlands
Step-by-step plan: Starting a taxi company in the Netherlands

Do you want to start a taxi company? There's a lot involved. Read the complete step-by-step plan: from Chamber of Commerce registration to permit and insurance.

David Mohan 1 min
Chamber of Commerce: Register as an independent taxi driver
Chamber of Commerce: Register as an independent taxi driver

Do you want to start as an independent taxi driver? Then you must register with the Chamber of Commerce (KvK). Read how this works and what you need.

David Mohan 1 min