Taxi for Kids

Our History

In 2005, Ben & Emily Totanes the founders of Taxi 4 Kids, realized that their own struggle to balance their children's schedules with their own was a widespread problem today. Inspired by children's commuter services starting up around the country, they knew they could create a convenient, safe and reliable resource for busy parents.

Ben & Emily Totanes are 6-year residents of Tracy, CA in San Joaquin County. Before Tracy, Ben lived in San Jose, CA beginning in 1984 when he moved from the Philippines. Ben's professional background covers 20 years of sales & marketing, management, customer service and training. Emily is also a native of the Philippines and a former San Jose resident as well. She is a manager in the semiconductor industry and bring more than 13 years experience coordinating and tracking projects, and is a capable office manager.

Over the years, Ben and Emily discussed owning some type of business. In the spring of 2005, they were unable to transport their 11-year old daughter to an after school activity due to a previous commitment. The idea for the children's transportation service was born.

Ben and Emily's sales, marketing and management background along with the care and commitment to the Tracy area will enable them to provide parents with the comfort of knowing that their children will be shuttled in safe vehicles by licensed, screened and insured drivers.

Ben, Emily and their two children currently live in a modest 5-bedroom house in Tracy, CA and are active members of St. Bernard's parish. The entire family sings with the choir at the 4PM Sunday mass.