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flag Singapore’s last yellow-top taxi drivers, mostly in their 70s, are retiring by 2026–2030 due to low demand and expired licenses, ending an era.

flag Singapore’s iconic yellow-top taxis are vanishing, with only five drivers left as of January 2026, down from nearly 4,000 in the 1960s. flag Most are in their 70s, owning their vehicles and working independently, but declining demand from ride-hailing apps and expired non-transferable licenses are pushing them toward retirement by 2026 or 2030. flag Their passing marks the end of a unique era of self-owned taxi service and a cherished part of Singapore’s transport history.

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