The iconic London black cab is synonymous with London culture. However, there are many things about the London black cab and the trade which many (even Londoners) are unaware of.

The black cab has changed throughout the years and further efforts are being made to ensure that they are made more environmentally friendly. Only recently, the new Metrocab was unveiled in an effort to meet the Mayor’s demands that all London taxis should be capable of running in zero-emission-mode from 2018.

If you’re a regular visitor in London you may tire of visiting the more well-known attractions. We’ve compiled a list of 5 things to do in London which are a little more on the unusual side. We wonder how many of these attractions black cab drivers would have to memorise to get that much coveted green badge.

Booking a cab has never been easier. Long gone are the days where it was from necessity that individuals had to stand on the roadside to hail a cab. Now, people can order one from the comfort of their living room with a click of a button on their smartphone.

Black cab drivers are well known for their unrivalled knowledge of London’s roads. To successfully pass “The Knowledge”, amongst other things, black cab drivers are required to remember over 20,000 landmarks and points of interest.

Working as a taxi driver can sometimes mean that you can find yourself in uncomfortable situations. One of your main priorities would be personal safety as you’ll often be working alone and have various strangers sitting in the back of your cab.

We’ve highlighted the benefits of having a dash cam installed in your vehicle and how it can save money on your car insurance. An increasing number of drivers are buying and installing dash cams in their car as a way to reduce their insurance premiums and ensure their safety while driving.

2015 set to be the year of the electric vehicle.