Ascotts Group

Ascotts Group: comprehensive service for the London black cab

Ascotts Group is a British company dedicated to taxi servicing and sales, with its activity focused on the London black cab. It presents itself as the UK's only fully independent dealer for the sale, service and warranty of LEVC vehicles, and as the largest independent LEVC provider and approved taxi repair service across the whole of the South East of England.

The company was established in 1980, servicing London's classic black taxis under railway arches. Over time it moved its base to Dartford, where it operates from two modern facilities. According to its own presentation, it has more than 60 experienced and qualified employees, and more than 23 service and warranty ramps across its sites.

Sale of TX taxis and used vehicles

Ascotts Group's catalogue includes new TX taxis and second-hand taxis. The company also offers a free test drive available 24 hours. In the electric vehicle section, it has a centre dedicated to the sale, servicing and warranty repairs of LEVC vehicles.

The company reports that LEVC has confirmed the launch of the next generation of the London taxi for the second half of 2027, under the name TX6, and that it will announce details such as price and design when they are available.

Maintenance, repairs and bodywork

Ascotts Group's technical services cover maintenance, periodic inspections, warranty repairs, brakes and tyres, and body repairs. The company also carries out the NSL pre-MOT test and manages the technical inspection of vehicles. According to its data, it handles the servicing and inspections of more than 350 taxis a month.

The electric vehicle centre for LEVC sales, service and warranty is complemented by a bodyshop and a repair centre.

Services for the taxi professional

In addition to the technical side, Ascotts Group offers taxi meters and Quotax insurance and mobile media services at its facilities, which the company describes as a comprehensive solution for the professional cabbie. It also has a customer area with online payment via invoice number.

The company publishes content on preparing for The Knowledge exam to become a licensed London taxi driver, and includes links to the London transport regulator.

Track record and activity

With more than 40 years in business, Ascotts Group presents itself as a trusted provider for London's drivers and states that it has received a five-star rating for customer service. Its main site is in Dartford, about ten minutes from the Sidcup NSL Test Centre.

Location and contact

11 Applegarth Dr, Questor, Dartford DA1 1JD · Phone: 0208 692 1122 · Email: say.hi@ascotts.co.uk