Toy taxis and mini taxis are aimed at very young children (examples list ranges such as 2–8 years and 4+ years). The book "I Am a Taxi" is listed for older children, around 10–14 years.

The taxi toys use friction or simple push-and-go action and are described as non-powered; the listings indicate no batteries are required.

These toddler taxi push cars offer push-and-go (friction) movement for track or floor play, molded details for realistic appearance, durable ABS construction for longevity, and a size suited to small hands. Some listings note compatibility with expandable tracks or play systems.

The book is 208 pages, published in paperback format, and categorized as juvenile fiction with a law & crime sub-genre.

The summary describes a boy whose parents are imprisoned and who runs errands as a 'taxi,' involving hardship, survival and engagement in dangerous illegal activity. The book is noted as a winner of the Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children's Book Award.