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TMV and FPN demand swift action: minimum prices for rental cars in Wuppertal.
The Taxi and Rental Car Association of Germany (TMV) as well as the Specialist Association for Passenger Transport North Rhine Taxi and Rental Cars (FPN) support the demand of the Taxi Central Wuppertal (TZW) for the introduction of minimum fare charges (MBE) for rental cars in Wuppertal. In the view of the associations, timely implementation is required to ensure fair competition between taxi and rental car companies.
Protection against unfair competition demanded
The Wuppertal taxi industry complains of unfair competition by some rental car companies. Among the practices cited are, among other things, social dumping, tax fraud, and the disregard of the legally mandated return-to-base requirement. These developments have led to economic pressure and existential concerns about livelihoods in the industry, according to the associations. An MBE should provide relief here and establish a level playing field.
Urgent Need for Action
TMV, FPN and TZW call for the introduction of the MBE to proceed without further delays. An additional expert opinion or longer testing procedures would, according to the associations, further worsen the economic situation of many taxi companies.
A Look at Essen
Another aspect is the geographical proximity to Essen, where from January 2026 an MBE for rental cars will be introduced. The associations fear that without a corresponding regulation in Wuppertal, rental car companies from Essen could increasingly relocate to the city area.
Criticism of Uber's Market Strategy
The associations also expressed criticism of Uber. The company has announced that it intends to prove, with expert opinions, that the existing taxi fares are too high and cheaper offers would be possible. In the view of TMV and FPN, this is mainly aimed at driving traditional taxi companies out of the market. Subsequently, Uber could freely set its prices – including substantial surcharges during times of high demand. The associations point to the company's profitability orientation and shareholder interests.
Talk with the new mayor planned
The Wuppertal taxi industry places its hopes in the new mayor Miriam Scherff. She had promised to hold talks with industry representatives prior to her election. From this meeting, the TZW hopes for support for the swift introduction of an MBE in the city. (Source: TMV)
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