Transportation

Best POS Systems for Taxi Services

Taxi and car services need payment solutions for in-vehicle card acceptance, meter integration, and driver settlement. The right system works reliably in vehicles, handles tips, and manages payments across a fleet.

Common Challenges

In-vehicle payment acceptance
Meter integration
Driver settlement
Tip handling
Fleet-wide management
Connectivity issues
Customer receipts

Must-Have Features

  • Mobile/in-vehicle payments
  • Tip prompts
  • Driver accounts
  • Offline capability
  • Quick transactions
  • Receipt generation

Nice-to-Have Features

  • Meter integration
  • Fleet management
  • Driver settlement automation
  • Dispatch integration
  • Fare calculation

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best in-car payment setup for taxis?

Square Reader (phone/tablet) or Square Terminal for self-contained processing. Some fleets use dedicated taxi payment terminals that integrate with meters. Key is reliable connectivity—use cellular-connected device.

How do taxi companies handle driver payouts?

Card payments deposit to company account. Drivers settle daily/weekly—either percentage of fares or lease payment. Some companies use Square's team features to assign sales to drivers for easier tracking.

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