New Meters Installed in 10,000 Beijing Taxis to (Hopefully) Prevent Scams

The cabs have been fitted with sophisticated meters that will deter drivers from rigging meters and help verify the identity of drivers.

by Justine Lopez, 27 March 2018

Foreigner Overcharged ¥800 by 'Black Cab' in Shenzhen

A recent arrival was ripped off big-time by an unscrupulous driver.

by That's PRD, 22 March 2018

US Consulate Issues Warning About Taxis in China

The Consulate General of the United States in Guangzhou has issued a stark warning to American expats: beware of taxi drivers in China.

by Matthew Bossons, 30 October 2017

Italian Man Gets Justice after ¥485 'Taxi' Scam in Shenzhen

One airport scammer down – how many to go?

by Sky Gidge, 10 October 2017

Shanghai Busting Illegal Taxi Drivers at Disneyland

A number of fake cab drivers have already been caught scamming passengers outside Shanghai's House of Mouse this summer.

by Bridget O'Donnell, 06 September 2017

You Can Now Report Taxi Drivers through WeChat in Guangzhou

Reporting ripoffs has never been easier.

by Bailey Hu, 15 June 2017

Armed Fake Taxi Gang Attacks Police in Shenzhen

Two suspects are being held.

by Sky Gidge, 28 April 2017

Shanghai Hotels to Stop Taxi Drivers From Ripping Off Guests

Shanghai's traffic authority and hotels are teaming up to stop taxi drivers from scamming hotel guests.

by Ilona Dielis, 20 April 2017

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