True North VIP provides reservation-based black car service in New York City for airport transfers, corporate travel, and point-to-point rides that need to run smoothly in real NYC conditions. Choose a sedan or SUV, book ahead, and get a dispatch-backed experience built for tight schedules.
A black car service is pre-arranged private transportation—you reserve a vehicle and driver in advance, get picked up at a specific time and location, and travel point-to-point or hourly. In NYC, black car service operates through dispatch facilities that arrange trips on a pre-arranged basis, distinct from street-hail taxis.
Who it's for: executives and assistants coordinating reliable pickups, travelers who want predictable airport transfers, families who need luggage space (and optional child seats), and anyone who wants a calm alternative to on-demand variability during busy NYC hours.
Where we serve: all five NYC boroughs—Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island—plus regional trips by request.
How booking works: rides are reservation-based. Pick your service type (airport, point-to-point, or hourly), add trip notes (entrance, flight number, stops), and confirm your reservation.
What affects your quote: vehicle class, trip distance, day/time demand, planned stops, airport meet & greet requests, and any special requirements (child seats, extra time, itinerary complexity).
Operational details: airport transfers include complimentary flight tracking; wait time follows our published policy; add-ons like meet & greet and child seats are available when requested; and our cancellation rules are published so there are no surprises.
In New York City, “black car service” refers to pre-arranged, dispatched for-hire rides—the opposite of flagging a car from the curb. NYC TLC guidance describes black car bases as dispatch facilities that arrange trips on a pre-arranged basis.
This distinction matters when you're planning travel in NYC. A black car service gives you a planned pickup time, specific pickup instructions, and a reservation workflow—not a “request and hope someone is nearby” model.
It's the better fit for airport arrivals, client travel, early-morning meetings, and multi-stop schedules where “maybe a driver shows up” isn't good enough.
Black car service
Pre-arranged, dispatched, reservation-based
Rideshare (Uber/Lyft)
On-demand via app, variable vehicle/driver
Yellow taxi
Street hail or app, metered pricing
Limousine
Pre-arranged, stretch vehicles, event-focused
NYC is not a forgiving logistics environment: loading zones, hotel procedures, traffic variability, and curb restrictions can turn “simple” pickups into friction.
You plan around a confirmed pickup rather than hoping supply is nearby. Your chauffeur is dispatched to arrive early, not "searching for riders."
Correct entrance, clear communication, and a smooth handoff at hotels and offices—not random curb stops with uncertain vehicle condition.
Flight tracking, complimentary wait time, and terminal-specific pickup coordination reduce stress when arrivals are crowded or delayed.
Late-model vehicles, professional presentation, and a chauffeur who respects your space. Especially useful for corporate travelers and families.
Not a knock on any option—just the differences that matter when you're deciding in NYC.
| Black Car Service | Rideshare | NYC Taxi | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booking | Pre-scheduled reservation | On-demand via app | Street hail or app |
| Vehicle | Dedicated, chosen by class | Random, varies widely | Yellow cab (standard) |
| Driver | Vetted professional chauffeur | Independent contractor | Licensed medallion driver |
| Airport wait time | 60–90 min complimentary | None (request on arrival) | None (taxi stand queue) |
| Flight tracking | Included | Not available | Not available |
| Pricing | Flat rate, confirmed upfront | Dynamic / surge pricing | Metered |
| Hourly option | Yes (3-hour minimum) | No | No |
| Child seats | Available ($25/seat) | Rarely available | Not provided |
This is the NYC-specific guidance most black car pages don't give you.
Tell us which entrance (main lobby vs side/valet). Many properties have strict curb rules and short loading windows. Sharing these details in your reservation notes ensures your chauffeur stages correctly.
If you have a hard start time, share your required arrival time. In NYC, "pickup at 8:30" doesn’t always equal "arrive by 9:00" without a traffic buffer—especially for Midtown crosstown routes.
One "quick stop" in dense neighborhoods like SoHo, Tribeca, or the Upper East Side can be a 10–20 minute curb challenge. List stops upfront so the itinerary fits the day.
Curb congestion and terminal rules at JFK, LGA, and EWR change regularly. Provide flight details and your preferred pickup style for a smoother arrival handoff.
We serve all five NYC boroughs. For trips outside the city—Westchester, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, or long-distance destinations—availability depends on vehicle class, timing, and itinerary. Request it at booking and we'll confirm.
JFK, LGA, EWR, TEB, HPN
Pre-arranged airport pickup or drop-off with flight tracking and a clear plan. Include your flight number and pickup preference so timing runs smoothly.
Direct transfers, flat-rate pricing
Ideal for direct rides: hotel-to-meeting, borough-to-borough, dinner transfers, or client pickups. Up to 2 intermediate stops ($25 each, 15 min included).
3-hour minimum, unlimited stops
Best when your day includes multiple stops: meetings, shopping, site visits, or events. Hourly service keeps a vehicle at your disposal rather than rebooking each leg.
Account management + billing
Built for assistants and teams coordinating frequent rides, itinerary notes, and reliable execution. Corporate accounts include consolidated billing and dedicated coordination.
If your black car trip enters Manhattan south of and including 60th Street (with certain roadway exclusions), tolling rules may apply. The MTA defines the Congestion Relief Zone boundaries and toll framework.
For for-hire vehicles, NYC TLC published an industry notice explaining per-trip charges connected to the tolling program for taxis and FHVs.
Standard tolls and parking are included in your quoted fare for standard routes. This section exists because most NYC black car pages skip congestion pricing entirely—and your travel plans benefit from knowing about it upfront.
Choose based on passenger count and luggage. All classes are late-model (2023–2026), professionally detailed, and equipped with Wi-Fi and charging.
Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5-Series
Best for: Executives, airport runs, solo travel
Mercedes S-Class, BMW 7-Series
Best for: VIP comfort, special occasions, quiet cabin
Cadillac Escalade ESV, Mercedes GLS
Best for: Families, airport groups, corporate teams
Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon XL
Best for: Large families, extra luggage, winter travel
Mercedes Sprinter (~14 pax)
Best for: Groups, roadshows, multi-stop days
Mercedes Sprinter Jet Edition (~10 pax)
Best for: VIP groups, luxury events, mobile meetings
We keep policies clear so your black car ride is predictable from booking to drop-off.
Airport wait time (domestic)
60 minutes complimentary from actual landing
Airport wait time (international)
90 minutes complimentary from actual landing
Point-to-point wait time
15 minutes complimentary from scheduled pickup
Flight tracking
Complimentary for all airport transfers
Meet & greet
$25 add-on (indoor meeting, name sign, baggage assist)
Child seats
$25 per seat (infant, convertible, booster)
Intermediate stops
$25/stop, 15 min included, up to 2 on point-to-point
Cancellation
24h+: full refund • 12–24h: 50% • 2–12h: 75% • <2h: 100%
Tolls & parking
Included in standard routes
Gratuity
Not included; can be added at checkout
A great NYC black car service is less about “a nice car” and more about execution—clear pickup instructions, realistic traffic planning, reservation notes honored, and published policies.
Dispatched and staged for your schedule, even in dense NYC traffic.
Reservation notes honored. Pickup preferences followed. No guesswork.
Late-model vehicles kept to professional standards with pre-trip inspections.
Full-time dispatch for last-minute changes or urgent bookings.
Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island. Common areas: Midtown, Financial District, Hudson Yards, UES, UWS, SoHo, Tribeca, Williamsburg.
Westchester, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, Hamptons, Philadelphia.
Coordinating airport travel, corporate pickups, or point-to-point rides that need to run smoothly in NYC? Book in advance and add your trip notes so the plan is clear.
Last updated: February 2026
True North VIP is a New York City-based premium chauffeur and black car service. The company provides airport transfers to JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, Teterboro, and Westchester County airports, along with hourly charters, corporate ground transportation, wedding and event service, and city-to-city travel. Service covers all five NYC boroughs, Northern New Jersey, Connecticut, Westchester County, Long Island, and the Hamptons, with vetted professional chauffeurs and a fleet of executive sedans, luxury sedans, SUVs, and Sprinter vans available 24/7.
To book a ride, visit truenorthvip.com/book or call +1‑347‑321‑9929.
