Taxis have long been the target of criticism from environmental movements and sympathisers who advocate almost systematic use of public transport. But what impact do taxis really have on pollution in Paris? And above all, what other solutions are there for door-to-door journeys? Are there any ecological alternatives ... green taxis, as it were?
Car-sharing is on the increase, making it possible to make journeys by sharing a vehicle. But it does require a bit of preparation and a bit of luck too, because you need to find a vehicle when you need one, which is far from guaranteed. The business car-sharing solution: Some companies offer a shared shuttle service to Paris airports and stations. The advantage of this is that you can book in advance, at a time of your choosing, and the fare is still very affordable... Learn more
A shared shuttle can accommodate up to 8 passengers. A car-sharing solution that can be booked in advance and charged at a fixed price depending on the journey.
Paris stations and airports are the most popular destinations ...
Public transport such as the bus or train is of course an interesting alternative, as it is clearly non-polluting compared with private vehicles and taxis. But the journey time must coincide with the service and a last-minute strike notice must not spoil everything... On a day-to-day basis, taxis are a reliable, comfortable and fast solution for point-to-point journeys (apart from airport transfers). Whether as a result of greater awareness of ecological issues or as part of a marketing strategy designed to attract customers, companies in the sector have stepped up their efforts to incorporate less polluting vehicles into their fleets. These efforts are often supported and relayed by major capital cities such as Paris, London and even New York, which are well aware of the negative impact of pollution in terms of image.
In Paris
Taxi booking centres now have a large proportion of their fleet in hybrid or electric vehicles. Some VTC and airport shuttle companies are also equipped.
In
Londres : Many taxis have opted for Tesla... Same trend in Amsterdam.
In New
York : The Big Apple has started to transform its
By 2030, the city's entire fleet of taxis and passenger car services will have to be electric.
A few years ago, Taxis Bleus launched a major communication campaign focusing on a new direction: Ecology. At the time, the group's primary objective was to equip 10% of its fleet over 2 years, but this target has now been exceeded... But all passenger transport operators are now trying to limit their emissions.Read more
How much will your taxi cost? Are you planning a business or private journey in the near future? To get to the station or airport? Use our simulation tool to estimate the cost of your journey in the Paris region.
