NYC Chauffeured Transportation Cell Phone Regulation Change

On January 29, 2010 The New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) enacted a new Distracted Driving Regulation. Our chauffeurs must comply as follows:
• No Bluetooth or other wireless telephone devices in or near their ear – even if they are not talking on it or listening to it.
• They may not use a handheld or hands-free cell phone while driving – they MUST be “Legally Standing or Parked.”
• While driving, they may NOT use any portable electronic devices that allow them to talk, text, email, communicate or become distracted in any way.
• Chauffeurs may receive dispatch information from our base using an FCC-licensed two-way radio. Communication must be brief and business-related.
If this causes you difficulty contacting your chauffeur, please call the company dispatch or your booking agent.