European Taxi Fair 2026: 93 Exhibitors Meet in Cologne

<p>When the doors of Hall 1 on the grounds of Koelnmesse in Cologne-Deutz open on November 6 and 7, 2026, the taxi and rental car industry from all over Europe will meet for their central industry gathering. With 93 registered exhibitors, the European Taxi Fair reaches a new record – a clear sign that the industry continues to rely on personal exchange and innovation despite economic and political uncertainties.</p><h2>Growth Despite Difficult Market Environment</h2><p>The figures speak for themselves: After 70 exhibitors in 2022 and 80 companies at the 2024 edition, the fair now records another significant increase with 93 exhibitors. Particularly noteworthy: More than a quarter of the exhibitors come from abroad – an indication of the growing international significance of the event. For the Professional Association for Personal Transport North Rhine Taxi-Rental Car (FPN), which traditionally serves as host, this growth is a clear signal: the industry is seeking direct exchange especially in times of change.</p><p>Around 11,000 visitors are expected to be able to inform themselves in an exhibition hall. Admission and parking remain free of charge as usual – a circumstance that significantly contributes to entrepreneurs, drivers and industry representatives finding their way to Cologne in large numbers.</p><h2>Product Display with Focus on Mobility and Digitalization</h2><p>The center of the fair features vehicles, digital solutions, taximeter and communication systems, as well as insurance offers and other services related to commercial passenger transport. A special attraction will again be the INTAX Taxi Oasis, where renowned manufacturers such as BYD, Dacia and Hyundai present their current models. Volvo has also shown strong presence in the taxi segment for years – with electric models such as the XC40 Recharge and EX30 as well as special conditions for association members, the manufacturer underscores its commitment to the industry.</p><h3>Industry Policy in Focus</h3><p>In addition to the classic product display, the European Taxi Fair explicitly understands itself as a discussion platform for the future of the taxi business. Topics such as electric mobility, regulation, digitalization and the role of the taxi in the future mobility mix are at the center of numerous panel discussions and professional talks. The fair thus provides not only space for business contacts, but also for professional discourse on the strategic direction of the industry.</p><h2>Raffle with Prominent Grand Prize</h2><p>At the end of the fair, the traditional grand raffle is drawn – accompanied musically by the taxi rappers Beggo & Blazup. The grand prize this year is a particularly attractive ticket: a <strong>BYD Seal Plug-in Hybrid including taxi equipment</strong>. The raffle has long become a firm and popular part of the fair program and regularly provides additional excitement at the end of the event days.</p><p>Organizationally, the fair is characteristically compact: On the first day, the halls are open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., on the second day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The exhibitor spectrum ranges from established vehicle manufacturers to providers of taximeter and dispatch systems, as well as insurance service providers and specialized custom vehicle builders.</p><h2>Conclusion and Outlook</h2><p>The European Taxi Fair 2026 impressively confirms that the industry continues to present itself as innovative and forward-looking despite structural challenges – from regulatory issues to the transformation of drive technologies. With the renewed increase in exhibitors to 93 companies and a growing international share, the fair underscores its position as the most important European industry meeting point for taxi and rental car companies. The fact that networking, product presentations and political debates are closely intertwined makes the event far more than a mere sales show – it is a seismograph for the future of commercial passenger transport in Europe.</p>