Decreasing number of taxis in Thuringia
In an effort to address the declining number of taxis in Thuringia and the resulting transportation issues, the Thuringia Transport Industry Association (LTV) has proposed a solution. The association is advocating for a speedier and more flexible approval process for ride-sharing services.
This approach aims to counteract the decreasing availability of traditional taxi services by facilitating alternative, demand-responsive transport options. The focus is on streamlining regulations and enabling innovative delivery of passenger transport to fill the gaps left by the shrinking taxi fleet.
The LTV's proposal comes at a time when the number of taxis in Thuringia has halved over the last 30 years, with approximately 800 taxis currently operating. This decline, particularly noticeable in both rural and urban areas, has led to increased waiting times for rides.
The high prices and poor service in Thuringia's taxi industry may contribute to its unattractiveness, leading to a vicious circle of poor offer and low usage. To address this, the LTV has proposed a new concept for rural areas, where taxis would take over little-used public transport routes, controlled digitally via an app.
The LTV's proposal is in line with a common strategy in regional transport policy to adapt to changing market conditions and maintain service quality for residents. However, direct search results do not contain explicit details about this proposal. If more precise information is needed, further targeted local sources or LTV communications would be necessary.
In a significant incident, a Thuringian taxi driver saved a pensioner from losing 13,000 euros by preventing a fake police incident. Despite this, taxi driving in Thuringia remains the most expensive compared to the rest of the country.
The Federal Association of Taxi and Rental Cars has confirmed the decline in the number of taxis in Thuringia. The audio discussion on our website THURINGIA - The Radio discusses the impact of fewer taxis on prices, which was broadcasted on 04.07.2025 at 14:57 and lasted 00:28 minutes.
As the LTV's proposal gains traction, it remains to be seen how it will impact the taxi industry and the residents of Thuringia. The association's efforts to adapt to the changing landscape of regional transport are a step towards ensuring mobility and service quality for all.
The Thuringia Transport Industry Association's proposal, aimed at filling the gaps left by the shrinking taxi fleet, involves facilitating ride-sharing services in the finance sector to provide alternative transport options and streamline regulations, potentially impacting both the taxi industry and residents of Thuringia. To counteract the decreasing availability of traditional taxi services, the LTV has also proposed a new concept for rural areas, integrating taxis into little-used public transport routes controlled digitally via an app.
