So when do they actually rake it in? Think Christmas Eve, party nights, or when it’s raining sideways. A good Friday night can net £400 to £600 in fares. But the weekdays? Some days, they drive around for two hours with no one in the back. That’s called “hanging out the window,” and it’s silent torture.
And Uber? It gnawed a chunk out of their earnings. Years ago, a cabbie could earn £50,000 easily. Now, the competition is fierce. Customers expect a black cab experience for Uber prices. It’s like a Michelin-star chef being asked to cook a Happy Meal.
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