NYC Taxi Commission Proposes Complete Cell Ban for Drivers

Back in 2000 - 2004 I worked at a hotel, limo drivers carried 2 cell phones, taxi drivers had cell phones. They were constantly on them, it is their business lifeline, connected to: airport, other hotels, other cab drivers(usually directions), and customers(scheduling, come pick me up). I have to say they were all handsfree, before bluetooth, and had one or two wires clipped to their lapels.

I have to honestly say this is bad for their busniness, but I do understand the driving aspect as well. Since I called my regulars so often I would have to say it would hurt my business to not be able to reach them as well. I'm against this, sorry New York.