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Introduction
From Mar 2025 on, Hong Kong taxi industry is transforming with premium services, adding in Five Fleets—Joie, Syncab, Amigo, Big Boss, and Big Bee—will roll out 3,500 upgraded taxis, offering a high-end travel experience and boosting competitiveness against ride-hailing services.
What's NEW?
Cashless payment systems:
Contactless and mobile payments are finally available!!! including Octopus cards, VISA、Master、China UnionPay、Apple Pay、Payme、Alipay China、AlipayHK and wechat.
More convenient:
All fleets will provide Online Hailing Services, customer hotlines for booking.
Modern vehicle standards:
All new fleets will be less than 3 years old, more spacious and more premium choices.
New Taxi Fare compared with the Old Taxis:
Taxi Type: | Base Fare (First 2 KM) | Per 200 Meters | Additional Fees |
Urban (red) Taxi | HK$27 | HK$1.90 | Luggage, waiting time, tunnel tolls and late night surcharge |
New Territories (green) Taxi | HK$23.50 | HK$1.70 | Same as above |
Lantau (blue) Taxi | HK$22 | HK$1.70 | Same as above |
New Premium Taxi | HK$35-HK$40 | HK$2.50-HK$3.00 | Fixed rates for certain trips, priority booking fees and advanced booking charges |
What are the 5 Fleets' difference?
Joie:
Joie plans 800 new taxis with an orange body.
Where to book: APP is being developed, will update here once released.
Syncab:
Syncab plans425 new taxis which some of the taxis will provide wheelchair accessibility.
Where to book: Download their app on the left with a click on the logo, or search in App Store.
Amigo:
Amigo plans 1000 new taxis with an orange body.
Where to book: Download their app on the left with a click on the logo, or search in App Store.
Big Boss:
Big Boss plans300 new taxis with a 6 seater option.
Where to book: APP is being developed, will update here once released.
Big Bee:
Big Bee plans 1000 new taxis which all of them are electric.
Where to book: APP is being developed, will update here once released.
New Taxis VS Uber
Features | New Taxis | Uber |
Number of Taxis | Approximately 3,500 | Over 10,000 |
Vehicle Types | Electric, Hybrid and Premium | Various (Sedans, Premium etc) |
Accessibility Features | Wheelchair-Accessible options | Limited |
Payment Options | Octopus cards, VISA、Master、China UnionPay、Apple Pay、Payme、Alipay China、AlipayHK and wechat. | In-app Payment (Credit Cards, Digital Wallets) |
Additional Features | Free Wifi and Driver Monitoring Systems | In-app Features and Driver Ratings |
Booking Methods | Phone and App | App |
Launch Date | March 2025 | 2014 |
Regulatory Status | Licensed Taxi Service | Pending New Regulations |
Q&A:
Is there One APP where you can call 5 kinds of new taxis now?
Will passengers be able to book traditional taxis using the new apps?
3. Can the new taxis cross the border?
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