In a schedule packed with industry updates, breakout sessions and the latest products showcased by vendors, the Taxicab, Limousine & Paratransit Association’s (TLPA) Spring Conference & Expo last week unveiled new customizable features for national marketing program, hosted numerous technology discussions, and offered helpful advice on improved operations.

The 100-year-old Taxicab, Limousine & Paratransit Association (TLPA) launched its new podcast series this month, offering a new and exciting way for providers of local passenger transportation for-hire to stay ahead of transportation news.

The world's top professional for-hire transportation fleet operators and industry vendors will head to America's Great Plains this April, when Oklahoma City will host the Taxicab, Limousine & Paratransit Association's (TLPA) Spring Conference & Expo.

Today, the District Court of Appeal of the State of Florida decided that Uber and Broward County cannot keep secret the number of trips by Uber drivers to the Fort Lauderdale Airport and the fees paid to the county. As the court said in its decision “the right to examine public records belongs to the public.” We agree. The public deserves to know the impact of ride-hails to the community, especially as it relates to congestion at the airport. A level-playing field is critical for the success of local taxi companies competing with TNCs, and today’s decision is a step in the right direction.