Updated April 21, 2025
This week, we transported two clients to and from Congress meetings and were very pleased, reporting aour service is by far the best she has dealt with! Due to this, we were able to secure a corporate account. We are getting great reviews on the service the drivers have been are providing. We thank you for your dedication!
Taxi Butler Locations: Yellow aYellow Cab services over 50 locations with Taxi Butler technology. Please be familiar with all locations for you convenience . See all Taxi Butler locations.
New PG Zones: IN response to numerous driver requests and to better assist dispatching, sections of Prince George's County within the Capital Beltway were didved into dispatch zones. This change will allow us to dispatch a driver more timely to pickup addresses for certain accounts within the extended area. See the new revised Zone Map.
DFHV Newsletter:
Electric Vehicle Charging at Union Station -Union Station now offers two electric vehicle (EV) charging stations on the bus deck in the parking garage. To access these spaces, drivers should take the H Street taxi ramp, then veer towards the left lane marked Buses/Vans, Kiss & Ride and look for the red road markers and poles labeled DFHV Electric Taxicab Vehicles Only. Once at the charging stations, use the kiosk to create or sign into your Chargepoint Account. The EV stations are reserved through a partnership with Transco Inc. and were designated to ensure taxi drivers can charge their vehicles efficiently and safely. Drivers will not be required to pay for parking while charging.
WAV Securement Video: Check out ew video illustrating the WAV securement process step-by-step - WAV Securement
Two-Year One Stop Vehicle Registration - In efforts to create a more affordable and effective registration process, DFHV introduced a Two-Year One Stop Vehicle Registration option for taxicab vehicles. The new two-year registration fee will be $100. Taxicab vehicles with at least two years remaining before retirement are eligible to apply. For more information, visit dfhv.dc.gov or stop by our Clients Services Center located at 2235 Shannon Place SE, Washington DC, 20020 on the second floor.
Enforcement Reminders -
- License plates must be visible. Avoid covering your license plate with obstructive covers. Vehicles with obstructed tags are subject to a $50 fine.
- All taxis must accept credit cards and electronic payments. Customers told to pay only in cash may file complaints with DFHV. Drivers not accepting electronic payments may face $100 fines. Taxi drivers must use their meters; failure to do so or being caught using faulty meters can result in a $500 fine. Signs requesting cash only are also not allowed.
Keep Bus Lanes Clear! - The District Department of Transportation’s (DDOT) Clear Lanes program enforces bus zone and lane rules. Avoid fines by staying out of bus zones and red bus lanes and using side streets for picking up and dropping off customers. Drivers caught conducting illegal actions in bus lanes (marked by red paint and signage) and bus zones (areas along the curb near a bus stop flag) will receive a $100 fine, including taxi and limo drivers. Learn more here.
Vision Zero Safety Reminders -
- Keep these road safety reminders in mind:
- U-turns can be dangerous. Follow the rules and don’t make illegal U-turns.
- Slow down and obey the speed limit. Higher speeds are more likely to cause injury or death.
- Give bicyclists space. Don’t park in the bike lane or double park; this forces bicyclists into busy roads.
- Blocking bike lanes, bus lanes, or traffic lanes are dangerous for all users. Use designated pick-up and drop-off areas instead.
- Always stop at stop signs and look for pedestrians and bicyclists. Always stop for pedestrians at crossings and wait for them to cross before continuing.
- Passengers, remember to remain alert of your surroundings, travel with friends, and know your driver. If you’re taking a taxi or rideshare service, make note of your driver’s ID or tag number and always let your friends and family know where you are.
EMPOWER: Ride Share: Please be advised that EMPOWER is not registered with DFHV and is not authorized to operate as a ride share provider in the District. Therefore, driving for EMPOWER will subject drivers to DFHV enforcement including vehicle impoundment. Also, DFHV discourages the public from accepting rides on the EMPOWER APP as there could be seriously negative consequences for the passengers.
Vehicle Age and Mileage Criteria:
- Maximum vehicle age for internal combustion engine vehicles: increased from 10 to 15 years
- Maximum vehicle age for EV, Hybris and WAVs: increased from 10 to 20 years. To continue operating from 15 years up to 20 years, owners of these vehicles will have to submit an annual application verifying the suitability of the vehicle.
- Maximum mileage to enter service for new drivers: increased from 65,000 to 150,000 miles
- Maximum mileage limit: none:
Technical Support: Drivers in need of technical support must complete this request form before any services are provided. This is a measure to ensure we are tracking, and working to rectify, all ongoing driver issues. If you are accessing this page from ycdrivers.com, click on the 'Need Help' button on the home page.
DFHV Will Impound Taxis Operating Without Approved DTS Meter: District law mandates that all taxis have working digital meters. This includes accepting digital forms of payment such as credit cards. DFHV is increasing enforcement of this requirement and will impound taxis caught refusing credit card payments or operating without an approved digital meter. Taxi drivers must use an approved meter for each passenger trip. Each trip from the past 24 hours must appear in the trip history (trip manifest) in your DTS meter.
DFHV Online Services: Please take advantage of DFHV online services including the Online Business Portal to submit License Applications, One Stop Vehicle Registrations, and Vehicle Case Management. Online services save you time and allow you to access services from the safety of your home. And if you need further assistance you may call (202) 645-7300 or use the chat feature on the website. Visit the Online Business Portal
The Transportation Alliance ‘Media Watch’: With TTA’s ‘Media Watch’, a source that compiles the most relevant articles in transportation news, drivers will be able to stay up to date on the latest happenings in the industry. View news articles updated daily here.
Taxicab ADA Brochure Frequently Asked Questions on Taxi PDF version: This brochure outlines in question and answer format taxicab companies’ responsibilities under the ADA and is geared toward managers and owners.