Driving Miss Daisy Franchise Celebrates Blockbuster Success

Driving Miss Daisy, the specialised driving service franchise inspired by the academy award-winning film celebrates its 30th franchise.

The revolutionary companion driving service inspired by the academy award-winning film has marked its 30th franchise since its kick-off in 2014. Headquartered in Port Solent, Driving Miss Daisy unique business model brings to life the blockbuster’s theme by providing a caring driving service for the elderly, children and disabled people.

The founder of Driving Miss Daisy UK, Paul Nuth said: “I’m delighted that Driving Miss Daisy has celebrated its 30th UK franchise. We’ve transported children, the elderly and even pets, as our spacious cars can accommodate push-chairs, wheelchairs and even folding mobility scooters. All of our drivers are qualified first aiders and we are presently engaging in dementia and Alzheimer’s awareness courses. The fleet of company vehicles are recognisable as each one is branded with a daisy symbol and the drivers are referred to as ‘daisies’.”

The specialised driving service franchise’s bright blue ‘Driving Miss Daisy’ vehicles are equipped to accommodate a fold-down wheelchair in the boot and is specially designed to allow for people with mobility issues to go in and out an easy task. Driving Miss Daisy offers a unique franchise opportunity that can make a difference in the lives of vulnerable people who would otherwise be housebound.

Driving Miss Daisy franchise owners Nathalie from West Norfolk highlight the differences between their services and traditional taxis: “While our prices may be broadly similar, Driving Miss Daisy is a very different kind of service. If our customers would like us to go around the shops with them, or have a cup of tea and a natter in a café afterwards, then we will. The social aspect is just as important as getting from A to B.