On October 6, a line of Naples taxi drivers set up a sit‑in outside the historic Palazzo San Giacomo. The protest was sparked by soaring fuel costs and a new traffic‑management scheme that the drivers say will cut into their earnings.
With their engines idling and signs waving, the cabbies demanded a review of the fuel surcharge and a more driver‑friendly traffic plan. Their chant, “Even those who run the city are stuck,” echoed through the square, underscoring how the measures affect both commuters and officials.
The demonstration drew local media attention and put pressure on municipal authorities to reconsider the policies, signaling that the taxi community will keep fighting for fairer conditions.