Unlicensed Chauffeurs Are a Real Danger—Here’s What You Need to Know

In a recent opinion piece published by NJBIZ—“Unlicensed Chauffeurs Are a Danger to New Jersey”—the author raises a critical and timely concern: the growing threat posed by unlicensed, unregulated drivers in the ground transportation industry.

At Dav El | BostonCoach, we applaud this article’s direct and honest look at a problem we’ve long considered urgent—not just in New Jersey, but nationwide. The lack of proper licensing, background checks, and regulatory oversight among many app-based and third-party transportation providers is not only irresponsible—it places passengers, companies, and the public at serious risk.

Why Licensing and Regulation Matter

When a chauffeur lacks proper licensing, they may also lack the insurance coverage, training, and accountability expected in professional transportation. For corporate travel managers, executive assistants, and event planners, this creates a compliance and liability risk that simply cannot be ignored.

In contrast, every Dav El | BostonCoach chauffeur is:

Fully licensed and background-checked;

Professionally trained in safety, etiquette, and local regulations;

Backed by a 24/7 support team and comprehensive insurance.

We do not believe safety should be optional—or outsourced to the lowest bidder.

Supporting Duty of Care in Every Journey

Whether transporting C-suite executives, high-profile guests, or VIP clients, the expectation is clear: transportation should be safe, discreet, and meticulously managed. As we’ve outlined in our own blog post—“Ensuring Safety in a Digital Age”—the responsibility to verify providers rests with both the client and the company they choose to trust.