Taxi Cab Business Success Stories [2026]
If you are an experienced driver and know your city well, starting a taxi cab business can be a very lucrative side hustle.
Here are the steps on how to start a taxi cab business.
- Secure your business licenses
- Secure financing and purchasing equipment
- Purchase a commercial insurance
In this list, you'll find real-world taxi cab business success stories and very profitable examples of starting a taxi cab business that makes money.
1. Best Deal Car Service ($3M/year)
Albert Williams, the founder of The Best Deal Group of Companies, stumbled upon the opportunity to purchase a car service after his friend mentioned that their agency was shifting to smaller sedans. Realizing the potential in the niche market of Non Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT), Albert bought the company and grew it into a successful business, eventually becoming one of the largest NEMT providers in the state with approximately 300 cars. Despite the dominance of Uber and Lyft, The Best Deal Group of Companies is projected to generate $3.5 million in revenue this year, proving that there is still room for success in the transportation industry.
How much money it makes: $3M/year
How many people on the team: 9
Albert Williams grew a $3.5 million transportation company, The Best Deal, from a niche transportation sector; he attributes the company's success to providing excellent service and committing to continuous learning.
