As Europe is swept by the recent heatwave, a "cool cab" has been put into operation on London's streets to help sweltering commuters escape the summer heat. /VCG Photo

The refrigerated taxi was designed to keep passengers cool, offering an interior cooled by dry ice, a freezer stocked with ice lollies and a state-of-the-art air conditioning system. /VCG Photo

The cab's interior space was transformed into a winter wonderland, with passengers seats covered in snow white pillows and windows draped with ice decorations. /VCG Photo

The "cool cab" reportedly will only run for a limited time but could be considered for full-time operation in the coming summer months, Independent reported. /VCG Photo