New York & London Partners working together on the London Cab.

<br />I have known Gary from The London Cab Company since I started putting the London taxi restoration project. I am happy to have known Gary from the London Cab Company because he has helped me a lot, and we have worked together strategically in corporate travel marketing campaigns.<br /><br />We have had a few beers as Gary visited New York, and I suggested him in his need for decommissioned New York City taxis. <br /><br />On September 2013, I was contacted by a film agency which was interested in filming a London Cab to recreate a London scene in New York. While I did not have any specific details about the ad, except the filming people requested to have the London cab. So I contacted Gary, asking him if he would give permission for me to make replica tags, replica medallion, replica ID's and a sign on the doors �The London Cab Company�. After getting this permission, I got to work. Gary from the London Cab Company sent me images, measurements and instructions to make a replica of London taxi.<br />?<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyn0AKgtVEXkMIpp1SOOuZDQbUpotDt_RlOluw6aKLbkBTV32QwW45KIOGUCYpqsLLTL2sLJ0w5_SZZrd1UwASlRdprQygoTq7znw45YhKHQeP3OdY3c3pqde5NWyf5Oy5JUhh7PAg5_Yz/s1600/London_cab_on_film_NY_pic2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyn0AKgtVEXkMIpp1SOOuZDQbUpotDt_RlOluw6aKLbkBTV32QwW45KIOGUCYpqsLLTL2sLJ0w5_SZZrd1UwASlRdprQygoTq7znw45YhKHQeP3OdY3c3pqde5NWyf5Oy5JUhh7PAg5_Yz/s1600/London_cab_on_film_NY_pic2.JPG" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">CSL Transportation replicates Gary's London Cab for film recreating a scene in UK.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPnqgbbb0Uj7GBYHbdkNW3dcz1H29QWJSbW0L3Szo9vqZORgB7ZOBaijvU10zVoQAHP6h1iFQy3OXrqFmWW2dILR4fcmthzzXKF47CX_2Yr97_MqW_y5Lc3pUxGBhCHPEAVSh1OHRRcFdX/s1600/London_cab_in_Film_NYC.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPnqgbbb0Uj7GBYHbdkNW3dcz1H29QWJSbW0L3Szo9vqZORgB7ZOBaijvU10zVoQAHP6h1iFQy3OXrqFmWW2dILR4fcmthzzXKF47CX_2Yr97_MqW_y5Lc3pUxGBhCHPEAVSh1OHRRcFdX/s1600/London_cab_in_Film_NYC.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>Replica Public Carriage Office medallion and Tags for film in New York </td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The great thing is that these are real tag and license numbers and are not some fake numbers.</div><br />My buddy Al at the Taxi Depot made the medallion, and tags. The printing people printed and laminated the ID's, tax disc, while Signazon printing crew made London cab Company magnetic signs.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_vqte8tUHmuzayMOrlwTpkwUojLecfx9uZCPJ0aS0b6Zjhcv7JrexHZZyr2LCW82s7RhvGTsosmIxCR4Pk6zaoWy-ATv30cw350IUEitgbcbNWfE8vlRyjJr7GyZzkQ2do6NgI3Cd4Lcf/s1600/London_cab_Company_replica_permits_for_film_NY.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_vqte8tUHmuzayMOrlwTpkwUojLecfx9uZCPJ0aS0b6Zjhcv7JrexHZZyr2LCW82s7RhvGTsosmIxCR4Pk6zaoWy-ATv30cw350IUEitgbcbNWfE8vlRyjJr7GyZzkQ2do6NgI3Cd4Lcf/s1600/London_cab_Company_replica_permits_for_film_NY.JPG" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">New York Taxi & Limousine Commission For hire permit taped out with black tape<br />London taxi Disc and Drivers License as issued by the PCO- film in New York</td></tr></tbody></table>I did have to request high resolution file from Gary and I personally drove out to Signazon's facility to pickup the signs to ensure that on Sunday 9/22/2013 we were 100% prepared. I am glad that I made such great emphasis on rush orders because we were instructed to report at 13 Doyers Street, New York, NY by 06:30A.M.<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgJ8bEfMxX5uT-_Jx2okk0fqKiBH8W75nqVu12WlHYKHGtMQqnl1zZHsPNMHCGufvmC19s3EiflXxSnE7EbPeiWoEsiSpMhVY6goFo5NvAJv6-H8hsWVhaESyfuHolZJrs5tDzCTCtXEGE/s1600/London_cab_on_film_New_york.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgJ8bEfMxX5uT-_Jx2okk0fqKiBH8W75nqVu12WlHYKHGtMQqnl1zZHsPNMHCGufvmC19s3EiflXxSnE7EbPeiWoEsiSpMhVY6goFo5NvAJv6-H8hsWVhaESyfuHolZJrs5tDzCTCtXEGE/s1600/London_cab_on_film_New_york.JPG" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">London cab Company magnetic signs on doors-replica of the Real London Cab Company for NY film</td></tr></tbody></table>So we placed our New York State tags in front and rear window and reported to set location.<br /><br />Milton, (driver of the London cab), told me that Kevin Bacon was spotted with directors and film crew and he was to be in this advertisement. Wow- this made me even more happy about my passionate efforts in preparing this car for film with extra attention to details.<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiUwLkvjD2IhtWsgt8podrkjh7L_7K-ehahsDH13WB1cznFjdIAUJH5SgiOh8TUSty07zxBVJ0tdUcf4viQP7zhKJH87zoOkUerAhE7nw91-sS4GmETJDSJ9GunGinf2FM5LVBf530PfNG/s1600/milton_London_Cab_film.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiUwLkvjD2IhtWsgt8podrkjh7L_7K-ehahsDH13WB1cznFjdIAUJH5SgiOh8TUSty07zxBVJ0tdUcf4viQP7zhKJH87zoOkUerAhE7nw91-sS4GmETJDSJ9GunGinf2FM5LVBf530PfNG/s1600/milton_London_Cab_film.JPG" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chauffeur Milton standing front of 13 Doyers St, New York, NY-film area</td></tr></tbody></table>The next day, Michael Begasse wrote in an email � Thank you Rick, the cab was perfect, the footage is on it's way to London, where it will be edited for Broadcast.�<br /><br />I am excited that as a friend and business partner, I got to provide the film people the London Cab, and got my buddy Gary The London Cab Company some spotlight on advertisement. I hope to see this ad soon.<br /><br />To learn more about our Chauffeured London Cabs for weddings, films and or any special events please visit us at <a href="http://www.limousine-rental.net/">www.limousine-rental.net</a>

New York & London Partners working together on the London Cab.

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Classic and Antique Cars for weddings

<em><strong>Classic cars for weddings are easily the classiest</strong></em> form of <strong>wedding transportation available</strong>. Think antique cars, Mustangs, Bentleys and Rolls-Royces Silver Clouds. Unfortunately, while you've seen them in photos, they can be difficult to secure for wedding day.<br />How to find a classic car for wedding transportation<br />?<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicmWf3JeggwNB5mGjS2u5s9XYGRXpI2aRXBz4rNLxmo6Ej0rI7W_Pi9qCDCBpYRv4BtgT8-NZkU9PpLZEXJ7VtTURcARD1CIZt75eZ3MHBathvwwF0oJS9yMfjBcTJ9Ex1Vt1Y9LTFqCov/s1600/LONDON_TAXI_Manhattan.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="" border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicmWf3JeggwNB5mGjS2u5s9XYGRXpI2aRXBz4rNLxmo6Ej0rI7W_Pi9qCDCBpYRv4BtgT8-NZkU9PpLZEXJ7VtTURcARD1CIZt75eZ3MHBathvwwF0oJS9yMfjBcTJ9Ex1Vt1Y9LTFqCov/s1600/LONDON_TAXI_Manhattan.JPG" title="Vintage Limousine Cars for hire in New York City" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">1967 Vintage London Cab FX4 " Yorkville"</td></tr></tbody></table><a href="http://www.limousine-rental.net/" target="_blank">Classic cars are available through wedding transportation companies</a> virtually everywhere. However, most companies will only have one or two classic cars available to rent, as they are expensive to purchase and maintain. Accordingly, if you're set on a classic car, you're going to have to do some research in your area, and book in advance.<br /><br />Start with you your local limousine rental companies and visit as many local wedding transportation company websites as you can find. You'll quickly find that the options are limited to some degree.<br />Classic "classic cars"<br /><br />Classic cars that are generally available include:<br /><br />Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud<br />London Taxi<br />Cadillac Fleetwood 75 Series<br />Essex Super Six<br />Ford Model T or Ford Model A<br />Some things to know about classic cars<br /><br />Classic cars will be a bit smaller than a stretch limo and are likely only be able to accommodate the groom and bride. You're not likely to have a glass partition for some private time, so you'll just have to get used to having your driver only 3 feet away. Finally, you're not likely going to be allowed to drive the car away, for obvious liability and sentimentality reasons. Nevertheless, hiring a classic car is a fantastic touch. As for the groomsmen and bridesmaids, you can hire a separate limousine for them.<br /><br /><strong>Make sure the classic car is clean</strong><br />?<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy5H5sLmxrSjBkwN6Cl9_03qJOYUPUbqVyPeOGMJVH-4Sul-TC7T1xjvv7ZKjgICE2FBhVsw8mMC69f0OOgvWXlOqWC0wFB-VQFZOqqt2knEdZvJtRaRq9xbXgFVftJYixx3IkBmabyumy/s1600/black_london_cab_New_York_vintage_wedding.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="classic antique cars for hire for New York weddings" border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy5H5sLmxrSjBkwN6Cl9_03qJOYUPUbqVyPeOGMJVH-4Sul-TC7T1xjvv7ZKjgICE2FBhVsw8mMC69f0OOgvWXlOqWC0wFB-VQFZOqqt2knEdZvJtRaRq9xbXgFVftJYixx3IkBmabyumy/s1600/black_london_cab_New_York_vintage_wedding.JPG" title="classic antique cars for hire for New York weddings" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">black London Cab TX by CSL Transportation</td></tr></tbody></table><br />?<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpt5wNZyurp0lu32__RbYFr294ztMmXg1qlQHEdpzND7asINxFkEkQD2kr-3ba0aO8FS_QOylm0jY5MUfCuXMicWzRvEVY_nZMhTe4FAxAcBH79khrZ0D6uygtHHSWQsRFS0Ve6IZb-yHY/s1600/black_London_cab_nyc_wedding.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="classic antique cars for hire for New York City weddings" border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpt5wNZyurp0lu32__RbYFr294ztMmXg1qlQHEdpzND7asINxFkEkQD2kr-3ba0aO8FS_QOylm0jY5MUfCuXMicWzRvEVY_nZMhTe4FAxAcBH79khrZ0D6uygtHHSWQsRFS0Ve6IZb-yHY/s1600/black_London_cab_nyc_wedding.JPG" title="classic antique cars for hire for New York City weddings" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">London TX2 with Just Married sign and bells and whistles</td></tr></tbody></table><br />????One thing that a smart groom will want to do is to ensure that the <a href="http://www.limousine-rental.net/" target="_blank">classic car is clean</a>. Many classic cars sport overly greased door hinges, which do not combine well with whiter-than-white bridal gowns. Some classic cars have been upgraded to offer Air Conditioner, mood lights and in car amenities such as a mini bar,?<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-E1CC-DsW2IJo-bxT-HerIDzp0SFRiK8FF1SgZRCT7nU8Gs-r0eO0xl5tkRlP-RSO1y3vddj8scRLDwqqKMN4ipr1YrE_hOOBKRH7SM7db2ZZqWT5ncjE_vsc_XRrp3lpCTqEgL0CJBF1/s1600/1967+csl+london+taxi.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="" border="0" height="210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-E1CC-DsW2IJo-bxT-HerIDzp0SFRiK8FF1SgZRCT7nU8Gs-r0eO0xl5tkRlP-RSO1y3vddj8scRLDwqqKMN4ipr1YrE_hOOBKRH7SM7db2ZZqWT5ncjE_vsc_XRrp3lpCTqEgL0CJBF1/s1600/1967+csl+london+taxi.jpg" title="Classic, vintage and antique cars for wedding in New York" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">1967 London Cab by CSL</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><a href="http://www.limousine-rental.net/" target="_blank">Classic car rental rates for wedding day</a><br /><br />Classic cars will run about the same price as a stretch SUV, so you can plan on spending a minimum of $500 plus gratuity.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDtvAnEWsjfeVST_E1l1_G-4iJkwq_t5Juxk70TM0MPEEuouUcDBXCIhvQfYlDAnFCzaCii_0BONvCMfsqDCbu1zupQBvt17WSxEBNbRci2Uz6lxi_cZktzv6XvVQSMNsLGeLhVHs90JLL/s1600/wedding_magnetic_sign-001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDtvAnEWsjfeVST_E1l1_G-4iJkwq_t5Juxk70TM0MPEEuouUcDBXCIhvQfYlDAnFCzaCii_0BONvCMfsqDCbu1zupQBvt17WSxEBNbRci2Uz6lxi_cZktzv6XvVQSMNsLGeLhVHs90JLL/s1600/wedding_magnetic_sign-001.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRLk5XwHYhK9qehj4dQETaQFogrYxK7KTEaHlupjYpHmMMAOGh9uN2EWpmDy9Lf5CNbLHtG44FPP9MRklw3osziB9qFNKXdJ-opZxklaaUVCvGCvClRBrSA4wkTOMSpHOZCVDI6sZYX63X/s1600/wedding_magnetic_sign_2-001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRLk5XwHYhK9qehj4dQETaQFogrYxK7KTEaHlupjYpHmMMAOGh9uN2EWpmDy9Lf5CNbLHtG44FPP9MRklw3osziB9qFNKXdJ-opZxklaaUVCvGCvClRBrSA4wkTOMSpHOZCVDI6sZYX63X/s1600/wedding_magnetic_sign_2-001.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>

Classic and Antique Cars for weddings

Classic cars for weddings are easily the classiest form of wedding transportation available . Think antique cars, Mustangs, Bentleys and Ro...

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A Better Understanding Of Affiliates Within The Ground Transportation Industry.

<strong>A Better Understanding of Affiliates Within The Ground Transportation Industry.</strong><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjURLabLmwLUBRuFoMDKk2HcMMBiPSkWnzlgj_5c0oy7Gw9k8Ni8rgGr581AqsyTDm3uLbqPDKnaniY_hB5wrIOuoRldkYNje_LShT4oIgh3U_L_T0O47r2_3v7-bgWgmoDe2w1LWwoE1QR/s1600/affiliate2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="263" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjURLabLmwLUBRuFoMDKk2HcMMBiPSkWnzlgj_5c0oy7Gw9k8Ni8rgGr581AqsyTDm3uLbqPDKnaniY_hB5wrIOuoRldkYNje_LShT4oIgh3U_L_T0O47r2_3v7-bgWgmoDe2w1LWwoE1QR/s1600/affiliate2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />The two types of affiliates within the transportation industry operating as an Operator affiliate (OA), and a transportation broker affiliate (TBA).  Both types of affiliates offer  pros and cons to industry. First I would like to start by discussing (OA) operator affiliate. <br /><br />An operator affiliate is an existing limousine company with equipment, employees that operates in an area.. Operator affiliates have actual driving experiences,  service experiences. In addition, they also have an expense experience with fleet management and related overhead costs such  insurances, workers compensation insurances, driver drug testing-screening-background checks,licensing and other misc. expenses. Are operator affiliates beneficial for us? Yes, they can be and can also be useless for us.<br /><br />Some local operator affiliates can be very helpful whereas some can be useless and inconsiderate in working together in reciprocating business.<br />Examples of useless affiliates are NOT helping one another on jobs in time of critical need, inconsiderate in offering an affiliate discount, or just unwilling on sharing useful trade information and strategies for collective success. And of course, good useful affiliates are the opposite of useless OAS.<br />For example, our local affiliate London Town Cars is a very useful and extremely considerate affiliate which works which works with us trip management, offers us and any other affiliate a generous affiliate discount. In addition, they go above and beyond for servicing our clients. And for all of this, we reciprocate the same for this affiliate or any other affiliate of same attitude.<br />A good example of an unhelpful affiliates is pretty much all the opposite of a good affiliate. No point in elaborating it.<br /><br />Operator affiliates can also be potential competitors and can also hinder new entrants in given market.s operator affiliates can create price wars in a given market, <br />However since price wars cannot go on forever, Sensible operators  begin to work as an industry collectively for mutual interests.<br />Operator affiliates are involved and are active in regulatory issues  regarding their industry. Operator affiliates understand some of the complex challenges in a given market. By developing good<br />working relationship with every affiliate in our market, we can minimize price wars and maintain a stable market for all.<br />Out-of-state affiliates and global affiliates (OAs) can be also useful for an operator because it allows operator to earn additional stream of revenue opportunity while building up a national affiliate network. An operator can offer their clients one stop shop, arrange transportation within the network and earn a markup on jobs.<br />Out of state/country OA affiliates are not competing within our local market, except they are interested in some discount in order to earn a commission. That is pretty much the same case for a local affiliate and a broker affiliate. It makes sense to offer them some discount because they have to make money.<br /><br />After discussing operator affiliates, Let us shift discussion over to transportation broker affiliates (TBAs).<br /><br />Transportation broker affiliates do not own and operate any vehicles. Transportation broker affiliate are call centers that book jobs and distribute them to actual operators. Examples of TBAs are Limo Link, Savoya, Ground Clinks, and many others.<br />Transportation broker affiliates do not have the actual fleet management experiences, or in depth experience since they do not have much overhead with drivers, insurances, licensing, and garaging.  TBAs do not have any much interest in regulation, policies of taxi and limousine commissions except that they have access to vehicle and cover their job with an incentive.<br /><br />Transportation broker affiliates ultimate goals are to make commissions.  TBA 's act as your commissioned based sales team, which works great for operator since it minimizes fixed overhead costs. However transportation broker affiliates can also become potential competitors of the actual operator and as well as potentially damage their market. For this reason I will label transportation brokers as in a category of good and bad TBAs.<br /><br />Good TBAs -Transportation broker Affiliates are not price pressuring operators and or imposing their own market rates and expecting affiliates to accept them. Good transportation brokers have the ability to find new clients and sell services without pressuring operators about prices.<br />Good TBAs transportation affiliate brokers honor operators policies and payment terms. Good TBAs transportation broker affiliates will provide the operator with a credit card for billing. While Good TBAs-Transportation broker affiliates can present revenue opportunities, But bad ones can damage our  own market. Here is how:<br /><br />The bad TBAs transportation broker affiliates  sells operators services at discounted rates publicly. Here are some examples of bad TBAs: Uber, Black Lane, Ground bLink, and so many to the list. The bad TBA list is pretty long. These TBAs transportation brokers give false promises  about a superior service at discount rates publicly. These transportation brokers turn to operators by persuading operators that their work can be used as incremental fill in revenue, or trips can be used as deadheads and even promise high-volume work.<br />These discounted rates can replace an operators market rate and become the new benchmark for rate reference in a given market.  For example a TBA transportation broker who markets, convinces the public and gets the discount jobs covered using good affiliates can mislead public and create a new benchmark for rate reference. Example a TBA announces LAX (Los Angeles airport) transfers to West Hollywood to be $49.00,  JFK to NYC $60-$65.00.  These bad TBAs transportation brokers only damages the stability  of an operators transportation market. These TBA's do not lose with setting low -low rates because they have no cost associating with performing the actual trips.<br />Since TBAs  only have call centers there only real costs are telecommunications and phone answering services and office space.<br />Most TBA's are more successful with selling limo services at taxi prices and making hidden charges from consumers known as admin fees, reservation fees, and others. We have encountered these bad TBAs more frequently and we continue to be approached them.<br /><br />Recently we were approached by European TBA just as Uber which operates as "Blacklane limousines". Reading their opening line of their presentation they began to announce and bluff "since 2008 in a recessionary economy  chauffeured transportation services has risen <u>but at a bargain price</u>".<br />This statement is contradictory,  and the equivalent as saying "it's a bad economy and people want to eat premium best steak in town and they are paying McDonald's prices".  <br />We quickly realized this TBAs intent and impact on our market and kindly rejected to supply transportation services for this TBA, despite them calling us and requesting additional information about our company. We chose not to participate in this creative, Unscrupulous  Transportation broker who made ambiguous statements. In addition exaggerated claims about incremental revenue income.These types of TBAs affiliates only result  in us losing money and damaging our own market for chauffeured  transportation services in New York City.<br /><br />In addition these transportation broker affiliates can also become our own potential competitors in a our own market dominating with low prices.  Most operators do perceive bad TBAs transportation broker affiliates as potential competitors in their market but rather only see actual operators as competitors. Bad TBAs Transportation broker affiliates can wage  longer price wars in the market because they are not affected by lowered rates and rising operational costs. The reasons simply that they are not performing the jobs with their own equipment. BAD TBAs Transportation broker affiliates will make up to 30 to 35% on any run which they can get covered. If they cannot get a trip covered, they are not losing much.<br />Transportation broker affiliates do not have to worry about rising costs such as insurance premiums, fuel, Worker's Compensation, licensing fees or any other operational costs.<br />Transportation broker affiliates look at it this way. <br />30% of $100=$30 still made money<br />30% Of $70 equals<br />30% of $25 equals<br />30% of $15 equals<br />In either case transportation broker affiliate makes money without worrying about the expense component associated with the trips.<br />This is why bad transportation broker affiliates can damage a market, wage longer price wars in a any  market. For the simple fact that they're not affected by the operational costs in completing trips<br /><br />The most important part of working with any type of affiliate is to have clear payment terms.<br />Always obtain a credit card  and an authorization form on file. Some large operators promise to pay affiliates by check which can be anywhere between 45 to 60 days.<br />Getting paid 45 to 60 days is not the ideal Because this can damage and operators cash flow.<br />In addition some affiliates have habits for not paying affiliates (ranging from hundreds to thousands). We have been victimized by some large OAs and  by TBAs. Do not become inspired by the size of the company, and offer to perform work without a credit card. Get payment first!<br />We have had the experience from local affiliates and TBAs of not being paid for trips. For all of  these reason we suggest affiliates to have a credit card on file from all types of affiliates because of bad actors.<br /><br />Good OAs operator affiliates and good TBAs [transportation broker affiliates] can help operators with you revenue opportunities- however bad OAs [operator affiliates] and TBAs  [transportation broker affiliates] can become a nightmare for operators.<br /><br />It is critical for all limousine operators to understand the affiliate business, the pros the cons, and hopefully develop  policies to strengthen and stabilize their chauffeured transportation market.

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