Aspiring taxi drivers taking tests each month up 30% after simplified assessment

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Ambrose LiFebruary 28, 2026 at 11:06 AM

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Hong Kong has seen a 30% increase in aspiring taxi drivers taking the industry test each month since a simplified version was introduced last year. Transport Secretary Mable Chan attributed the rise to the streamlined written test, which reduced questions about locations and routes due to the prevalence of navigation technology. The change aims to attract new entrants and inject fresh impetus into the taxi industry. In addition, the government is increasing the number of dedicated meeting spaces for premium taxi fleets at key locations, including the Palace Museum, M+, the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, and the airport. These measures are part of ongoing reforms within the taxi sector.

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