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With a wealth of almost 40 years of operating experience, STRIDES Premier is a licensed taxi company in Singapore. STRIDES Premier knows exactly what you need to know to kick start your career as a taxi driver-partner. Today, we are proud to recruit over thousands of taxi drivers as our driver-partners, alongside with our private hire vehicles (PHV) and limousine driver-partners too.

Whether your goal is to increase your earnings or enjoy greater freedom, driving with us offers the flexibility and the competitive rental rates you need to achieve your aspirations. Moreover, you can tailor your schedule to suit your lifestyle, ensuring that your priorities remain in focus while you pursue your ambitions.

Feeling lost about how to get started to get a Taxi Driver’s Vocational Licence (TDVL)? Read more if you prefer to have a step-by-step guide.

Benefits of Driving with Us

Our Fleet

You can now rent a taxi vehicle with us at your preferred rental rates and contract period.

With taxi rental rates starting as low as $67++ per day, we are committed to providing you with competitive rental rates. Additionally, we have a wide span of rental schemes (short-term, 1-year and 2-year rental schemes) are also available for your selection.

MG5

Electric Taxi

  • Fully electric and cost-efficient
  • Quiet and comfortable ride
  • Spacious car boot and interior
  • Equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), forward collision systems (FCS) and Lane Assist System (LAS) capabilities

Toyota Prius

Hybrid Taxi

  • Energy efficient and eco-friendly
  • Quiet and comfortable ride
  • Enhanced accessibility and convenience for wheelchair transfer

Kia Niro Plus

Hybrid Taxi

  • Energy efficient and eco-friendly
  • SUV taxi with spacious interior and boot
  • Equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) capabilities

Toyota Corolla

Hybrid Taxi (Sedan & Touring)

  • Energy efficient and eco-friendly
  • Unique taxi model in Singapore
  • Spacious Interior

Hyundai Ioniq

Hybrid Taxi

  • Fuel-efficient Hybrid
  • 6 speed DC Transmission
  • More active safety features/equipment

Hyundai i30

Diesel Taxi

  • Energy efficient and eco-friendly
  • Unique taxi model in Singapore
  • Hatchback design with spacious interior

Driving Requirements

To become a taxi driver in Singapore, you must first acquire a Taxi Driver Vocational Licence (TDVL) issued by the Land Transport Authority (LTA).

Prerequisites:

  • Singapore Citizen
  • At least 30 years old
  • Holds a valid Class 3 Singapore driving licence for at least one year
  • GCE ‘O’ / ‘N’ Level or a Workplace Literacy (WPL) Level 3 pass in English, with at least a D7 grade
  • Clean criminal record

Procedure:

  • Application: You may use your SingPass to apply online at GoBusiness Singapore, with a payment of $40 to LTA for the non-refundable application fee. You should receive an approval letter from LTA within 15 working days if all your documents are in order.
  • Medical Check-Up: Upon approval by LTA, you will receive a medical form by mail. Undergo a complete medical check-up, including a chest x-ray, at any clinic in Singapore.

Documentation Required:

  • LTA’s approval letter
  • Completed medical form with X-ray results
  • Proof of English proficiency (GCE ‘O’ / ‘N’ Level or WPL-CAT)
  • Photocopy of NRIC and driving licence
    Ensuring all these requirements are met will streamline your application process, allowing you to embark on your taxi driver career in Singapore with STRIDES Premier.

Referral Program

Know someone who holds a taxi driver’s vocational license (TDVL) or a private hire driver’s vocational license (PDVL)?

Help us reach more qualified drivers and build a bigger community of driver partners. Refer them to us and receive up to $1,888 referral fee.

Driver Interest Form

Register your interest and we will provide the help you need. Our recruitment team will contact you within 3 working days.

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