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Taxi and healthcare transport
INTERIOR
Million dollar fraud: asylum seekers and taxi drivers profit massively from patient transport
Patient transport for asylum seekers is being abused on a large scale, with both asylum seekers and taxi drivers taking advantage of a flawed control system.
Employees disappointed: large electric commercial vehicles increasingly less available
The commercial vehicle market is undergoing a remarkable transformation. Where employees could easily opt for spacious electric SUVs a few years ago, they are now more often confronted with more limited models.
Quinten Selhorst about Felyx: 'it was pioneering in a tough market'
Entrepreneur and investor Quinten Selhorst looks back with mixed feelings on his adventure with Felyx, the scooter sharing company he co-founded.
Disruption: buses instead of trains between Assen and Groningen for a week
Train passengers in the north of the Netherlands should expect major disruptions next week. Buses will be running instead of trains between Assen and Hoogeveen from Saturday 15 to Friday 21 February.
Europe: AI rules stifle innovation, jeopardize future of mobility
Europe is well on its way to thwarting its own mobility with strict AI0 regulations and lacks technological advantage. European member states seem determined to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) until the innovation disappears, while China and the United…
NS adjusts timetable: more trains and faster connections
The Dutch Railways (NS) will continue to expand and improve the timetable in 2026. After the major changes in 2025, the carrier will focus on frequency increases and new direct connections next year.
Groningen Airport Eelde: extended opening hours for more flights
Groningen Airport Eelde gets the green light for longer opening hours. The cabinet agrees to the regional airport's request to be allowed to stay open longer, which offers opportunities for extra flights and economic growth.
Call to the House of Representatives: stricter rules against alcohol in traffic
An overwhelming majority of Dutch people want stricter measures against alcohol use in traffic. A representative survey by Ipsos I&O, commissioned by the Victim Support Fund, shows that 84 percent of respondents support the introduction of an alcohol lock for…
Tesla shame grows as sales plummet after Elon Musk's comments
Tesla’s once dominant position in the European car market is faltering. For years, the brand was synonymous with progressive technology and sustainable mobility, but is now facing declining sales and a growing image problem.
Flexrrreis Flevoland replaces regional taxi: what does this mean for travelers?
Connexxion Taxi Services and the Province of Flevoland have officially confirmed their collaboration by signing a contract for the call center activities of FlexRRReis Flevoland.
ABROAD
Public transport in Flanders gets a facelift: what will change for you?
Starting tomorrow, the Flemish public transport company De Lijn will implement significant changes to its network. This marks the final phase of the ambitious plan for basic accessibility, which focuses on more efficient and demand-driven public transport.
V-Tax: largest taxi company in East Flanders almost fully electric
Ghent taxi company V-Tax, the largest in East Flanders, has replaced almost its entire fleet of 40 vehicles with electric cars
Car taxes to rise: what 2025 holds for road users
As of 1 January 2025, various new rules and adjustments will come into effect in both Belgium and the Netherlands that will significantly impact the mobility of citizens, businesses and road users.
Social dumping in Christmas parking lots: thousands of truckers exploited
In Belgium, outrage is growing over the situation of foreign truck drivers who work during the holidays…
Scholz: 'Freedom of speech also applies to billionaires, but not to untruths'
Elon Musk, the American billionaire and owner of Tesla, SpaceX and the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), has sharply criticized German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
Taxi reform: Constitutional court largely rules in favour of Brussels taxi sector
The Constitutional Court rejected most objections to the reform of the Brussels taxi sector last Thursday, according to the Belgian taxi organisation GTL.
Magdeburg in shock: tragedy affects dozens of families
A horrific tragedy rocked the Christmas market in the heart of Magdeburg on Friday evening. A driver…
Awareness: wave of alcohol incidents brings well-known Flemish people into disrepute
In recent months, several well-known Flemish people have committed violations, which has led to a heated debate about road safety and the responsibilities of public figures.
Language rules: train conductor under fire for bilingual greeting in Vilvoorde
Popular train conductor Ilyass Alba, known for his charming and engaging communication with passengers, received a formal complaint after he said “bonjour-goedemorgen” over the intercom at a stop in Vilvoorde, Flemish Brabant.
Money back for German commuters: lower travel costs thanks to mobility bonus
Commuters not only have to deal with loss of time, but also with high costs. The mobility premium, a financial arrangement for people with a low income, offers relief
