There is a lot more for-hire business out there than can be anticipated by the taxi industry. The regulation spoken of regarding the taxi industry is typically

There is a lot more for-hire business out there than can be anticipated by the taxi industry. The regulation spoken of regarding the taxi industry is typically the medallion allowing hailed fares. There are typically other regulations which may apply, such as a commercial driver's license and commercial insurance. The latter two would be seen for bus, limo, truck and courier services. It is that group where Uber should fall, if anything, not taxi regulation which also includes regulation limiting the number.