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Are you hesitating between a taxi or a private car with driver? We can help you make your choice. And to make your life easier, on Vtc-Taxi-Nice.fr you can book both.
Are you hesitating between a taxi or a private car with driver? Don't worry any longer, we can offer you both! Let us explain to you the specifics of each type of transport to help you identify what you need.
The French abbreviation "VTC" which figures in the name of our company stands for “véhicule de tourisme avec chauffeur”, meaning "private vehicle with driver". It’s a driver with a professional "VTC" registration card, who transports people for a fee.
The price is set freely, and is determined in advance, with no extra charge for luggage. The advantages of using a private car with driver concern in particular this question of prices: they are fixed and known in advance.
A taxi driver must have a professional licence, since their trade is strictly regulated. As a consequance, their vehicle is identified by a luminous sign indicating whether the vehicle is free or not and it is fitted with a taximeter. This device displays the distance travelled by the taxi and the duration of the trip.
The amount to be paid, calculated from the time and the distance travelled, is also displayed. These rates are regulated and fixed by prefectural decree.
The main difference concerns prices. With a "VTC", you know the price of the service in advance. With a taxi, the amount is only known on arrival: it is calculated on the basis of regulated criteria and is clearly displayed on the meter.
Another important point is that taxis have priority over VTCs. They are allowed to use the lanes reserved for buses and taxis. VTCs, on the other hand, must respect traffic rules like any other vehicle.
A "contracted" taxi has an authorization allowing it to carry out transport which is reimbursed by the health insurance system. Local agreements exist in line with the standard national agreement enabling:
Our services, by either private car with driver or taxi, can be of interest to people experiencing different mobility problems, whether short-term or permanent:
Book your private driver or taxi directly online or contact us for further information.