Hybrid armada

There's a rumor in our zone that one of our drivers is going to start his own taxi company. The details hint at some truth to the rumor: He's already purchased the medallions and is getting 12 new Toyota Prius hybrids. If this is true, our taxi fiefdom is going to change dramatically.

Each driver is speculating on whether they'll stay working for the present company with the Crown Victorias, or make a switch to the Prius company. The Crown Vics can carry a lot more people and luggage, and have plenty of power for hills and overtaking, but with a 4.6 liter V8, they get about 15 mpg. The Prius drivers would have to give up a few rides because they're small, but the nightly fuel bill would be very low. All of this speculation is based on rumor. I'm going to wait and see what happens. If the new company comes to fruition, our income will drop with 12 additional vehicles competing for the same rides.