Over half of London’s 14,700 fleet of black cabs are now electric thanks to the London Electric Vehicle Company (LEVC). With its electric TX cab, the company is doing its bit to help London achieve its net zero target as its public transport transitions away from the use of fossil fuels.

LEVC’s electric TX taxis have travelled more than 700 million miles globally since their introduction in 2018, preventing more than 200,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions entering the atmosphere.

Thanks to its eCity technology, a pure EV range of 78 miles and a total range extended capacity of 333 miles is achievable. Featuring space for up to six passengers, the vehicle also includes an integrated wheelchair ramp to accommodate a forward-facing wheelchair - the only taxi of its kind to do so.

Production of the electric TX is done at LEVC’s modern facility in Ansty, Coventry and has seen over £1 billion of investment from the Geely Holding Group since 2014 to help create the UK’s first dedicated EV manufacturing plant. Looking towards the future, LEVC will expand its production beyond the TX and hopes to become a leading zero-carbon mobility technology company.

Helen Chapman, Transport for London's Director of Licensing and Regulation, said:  “London’s black taxis are recognised worldwide and we are proud to see that so many drivers are helping clean up our air and assist us in tackling the city’s health emergency by driving zero emission capable vehicles (ZEC). Reaching this milestone is a great reflection of how London is working hard to be a greener, more sustainable, environmentally friendly city.”

The iconic London cab has been going since 1908 and its unmistakable silhouette is recognised worldwide. With the implementation of electric technology, and despite pressure from private companies like Uber, it doesn’t look to be going away anytime soon.

Words: Mike Booth
Picture: London Electric Vehicle Company