Gerard Chapman from Tunbridge Wells in Kent has recently taken delivery of his brand new Peugeot E7 from Cab Direct and is convinced that he’s found the perfect vehicle for the job.

Gerard has been a cabbie for just five years and after owning his own graphics business for 20 years prior to this, he loves the freedom of being his own boss without the responsibility and stress of running his own business.  Having driven the TX11 until recently, Gerard is also loving his new cab!

He explains: “I opted for the E7 because it’s a more put together cab than the competitors.  The alternatives aren’t finished as well and don’t have the same spec.  Plus, I wanted something with ease of access for wheelchair passengers – the E7 is ideal for what I need.”

Modern Day Cab

When your cab is your office it’s vital that you have the right vehicle for the job.  That’s why E7 was designed with the requirements of the modern-day driver front of mind.  Something that Gerard has definitely noticed.  He comments: “The comfort levels in the E7 are fantastic – 10 fold compared with the TX.  Plus, because it’s a modern built vehicle, the suspension means there’s no loss of comfort on more challenging roads.  With the E7 I have all the versatility and peace of mind I need to do my job.”

Designed and manufactured jointly by Peugeot and Cab Direct the E7 brings you a new generation of cab, purpose-built for the professional taxi driver and with even more ground-breaking features.  Gerard says:  “I’m really happy with the E7.  It’s the

perfect cab and suits every type of fare.  It makes the job more enjoyable and I feel like I am offering a more professional approach to customers.”

Top Class Drive

Powered by the latest generation of Peugeot HDi engines, the E7 offers a class-leading blend of performance and economy.   Power is one thing, smooth performance another.  But the E7’s 2.0 litre HDi engine manages to deliver both at once, for maximum driveability and responsiveness.  Gerard comments: “The E7 drives like a car and it cruises on the motorway.  The size is just right too – it opens up new avenues not possible in the traditional cab.”

Peugeot diesel technology will also reduce your fuel bills as the E7’s engine is quite simply one of the most fuel efficient and environmentally friendly power-plants on the market - something else which has impressed Gerard.  He says: “There’s no doubt the E7 saves you money.  It’s far more cost effective.  I’d say I’ve probably saved around 20% on fuel bills.”

There’s little doubt that Gerard is a happy man.  And it seems he’s not the only one.  He explains: “I’ve had lots of positive feedback from customers commenting on how nice the cab is.”

For more information on the Peugeot E7 call Cab Direct on 0800 916 3058, visit www.cabdirect.com or email info@cabdirect.com