Taxi Drivers Announce New Strike Over Mandatory Electrification
A new forty eight hour strike on 13 and 14 January has been confirmed by Attica taxi drivers as their dispute with the government grows.
The Attica Taxi Drivers Union reached the decision through a majority vote on 08 January 2026 following continued frustration over the compulsory electrification policy that began on 01 January 2026.
Tensions rose as the union argued that the authorities forced through a significant shift without proper planning or adequate support for those expected to shoulder the burden.
The union stated that Greece ranks near the bottom in Europe for charging infrastructure yet stands alone in enforcing universal electrification for taxis so quickly.
Concerns deepened further as drivers highlighted the high and unpredictable cost of electricity which makes round the clock professional use financially uncertain.
Additional pressure was noted due to the steep purchase price of electric vehicles which many drivers say they cannot afford in the current economic climate.
Subsidies provided by the government were also described as insufficient since they fail to meet the long term needs of the sector.
The union emphasized that the profession supports the idea of electrification while firmly rejecting mandatory implementation that could harm small operators.
Fears mounted that the policy may eliminate many independent professionals and increase market concentration to the benefit of larger interests.
Union Demands and Warnings
The statement issued by the union included calls for the withdrawal of the compulsory measure with a shift toward a realistic timeline extending to 2035.
Further demands included a workable transition period supported by targeted public investment in charging facilities designed specifically for taxi use.
Members also insisted on substantial long term subsidies that would make the transition viable for all drivers.
The union confirmed that the forty eight hour strike will be repeated and intensified if the government continues to ignore their concerns.
The final message underscored that the sector cannot sustain any further experimentation and that an environmentally friendly transition must not come at the expense of workers futures.
