UP CLOSE: Lynx Taxis - keeping Stockport on the move
Anybody walking around Stockport or the surrounds will have seen a Lynx taxi - even if you aren't in it yourself.
This taxi-firm, with an office based in Hazel Grove, has been driving passengers and goods around for 37 years.
It is an independent family-run business, priding itself on reliability and accountability.
We spoke to manager Isty to learn more about this Stockport success story.
Perhaps the most obvious thing that sets Lynx apart is its brick and mortar office, which is staffed 24/7.
"There are always people to phone up, and they're all from around here", Isty explained.
It means those who prefer chatting to somebody on the phone, rather than using an app, can always find an employee to speak to = someone who knows Stockport and the surrounding area.
However, Lynx also has a streamlined app - akin to what you'd expect from Uber - for those who prefer something quick and easy.
The same ethos goes for drivers - if you fancy a chat, it's there if you want it, but you can just as well sit back and enjoy the ride.
Isty also emphasises that this taxi service caters for everybody in the area, from young to old; "Whether you're Mr Johnson going to the shops, if you're a CEO on the way to a meeting, or if you just want something delivered, we can provide", he said.
The manager further elaborated what makes this firm unique.
"People don't realise how much we can compete with Uber", he said.
And it's not just the app - Lynx can also compete with other providers when it comes to price and punctuality.
"We have a really high on-time rate. Most of the time our drivers are around 10 minutes early."
What's more, with a fare calculator and a huge range of discounts, you can always count on good pricing when getting from A to B.
Certainly, not only are there discounts for students, NHS workers, and elderly passengers, but there are also rewards schemes for loyal customers.
At its core, Lynx prides itself on its level of human interaction, the friendliness of its staff, and its accessibility.
They're also on Facebook, and regularly post discounts to their social media.
Lynx Taxis are sponsors of Stockport Nub News.
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Find more information on the Lynx website HERE.
You can also get in touch by phone on 0161 483 1099.
Or, download the Lynx app HERE - Stockport, keep your notifications for this app on, so you can be alerted to discounts and special offers!
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