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BrianTheScrewDriver
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Posts by BrianTheScrewDriver
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Uber Wait Time is now 7 minutes from the previous 5
I do not understand how it takes 7 minutes (plus the time it takes for me to get to you) … -
Uber CEO tries UberEats and makes...craploads
Dara tries UberEats and makes $106 in half a day, over $33 an hour. Posts results.https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/uber-ubereats-ceo-dara-khosrowshahi-b1873651.htmlIt has propaganda … -
Lyft opens to the public autonomous driving data set from its Level 5 self-driving fleet [TechCrunch]
Scaryhttps://techcrunch.com/2019/07/23/lyft-opens-autonomous-driving-dataset-from-its-level-5-self-driving-fleet-to-the-public/ -
Paycuts are coming! Price cuts are coming!! Lyft lowering XL And Lux Black services
Dun dun dun!! It's happening folks!! June 24th!https://therideshareguy.com/lyft-to-cut-xl-and-lux-black-rates-across-the-country/ -
Employee vs. Contractor. Has everyone considered the downside of becoming an Uber employee?
While many CA drivers are arguing for becoming an employee, I have to ask whether they realize they will be … -
New driver feature? Improvement to the cancellation
They are calling it the "trip cancellation framework." I am not exactly sure what it does materially, but I appreciate … -
Strike On May 8th Ahead of Uber IPO - "Uber and Lyft drivers are planning a massive strike for this week over work conditions and pay rates"
Uber and Lyft drivers are planning a massive strike for this week over work conditions and pay ratesDrivers for … -
Driver strike on May 8th - Are you participating?
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How nice. Investors have the luxury to sue Lyft. We don't.
It's funny how all of this comes down to Lyft failing "to alert investors ahead of its recent electric bike … -
NY and now LA Strike! Can they get Uber to reverse a 25 percent-per-mile pay cut?
Thousands of Uber drivers are striking in Los AngelesUber and Lyft drivers in Los Angeles are refusing to pick … -
LA's Rideshare Driver Strikes! Bad timing for Uber and Lyft as they seek IPO.
The timing couldn't be worse, but then again these "unions" knew it was an important time.As Uber and Lyft … -
Pregnant Lyft driver in third trimester stabbed to death by passenger, police say
Sigh...https://abc7.com/police-pregnant-lyft-driver-stabbed-to-death-by-rider/5111666/?fbclid=IwAR3j9PCEhJyPDuExCYKZCxsydcu7hgFVsuYS1qlstrjXuUWzjgXJP_gWZAk -
Uber tells its side of the story in mass arbitration fight with 12,500 drivers
More storm to come for Uber. 2019 will be an interesting year for rideshares.(Reuters) - Someday, legal historians may … -
The shutdown is turning prison guards into Uber drivers
It may get pretty competitive if everyone affected by government shut downs start driving Uber.FRESNO, California — Aaron McGlothin … -
Passenger Specific Playlists - One way to boost your ratings.
Genius and easy way to boost your driver rating. Trouble finding that perfect tune, categorize them like this guy, i.e. … -
An Uber Driver Was Just Tackled To The Ground Outside Uber’s Headquarters
Things are never boring at Uber headquarters in San Francisco. Apparently the drivers aren't even allowed to step into the … -
Uber wants to give company stock to its drivers
I don’t believe it for a second https://www.engadget.com/2018/10/12/uber-drivers-company-stock-sec/ -
What is Lyft's Airplane Mode cheat?!!
I didn't even know such cheat existed. What is this trick that I Lyft is supposedly cracking down on? -
Mid-Ride Cancellation Scam - Now on Bridges and Tunnels
Are we all aware by now of the mid-ride cancellation scams? What happens if a passenger cancels an Uber ride …
Featured Answers by BrianTheScrewDriver
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The car you get with UberXL, can be a numbr of different cars, so there's always a chance you get a smaller SUV. So watch out for that.
and the problem here is that the driver doesn't have to pick up big cargo items. and they hate it when you have big items that needs to be loaded. It can take time in loading and it can damage their cars. They will definitely not like it. (I wouldn't.)
I would request a UberXL, and immediately call the driver to see if he is willing to do so. By some luck, you would get one that doesn't mind and will do the task for you. Make sure to mention upront that you would tip handsomely. (Don't wait until it's over and offer. Just offer upfront.)
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Not sure if this is a formal movement, but I have heard vocal groups of rideshare drivers discussing this.
At high level, they are against the illusion of transparency and flexible work schedule that Uber promotes. They feel that as independent workers, they should be able to see the rides they are accepting and decide where to work and what riders to pick up.
They also feel unfair where the riders can see a lot about them but the drivers cannot. For example, riders can see the gender and race of the drivers, but the drivers cannot. If riders can discriminate why can't the drivers?
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I stopped paying attention to any types of driver promotions and incentives. Lyft started this trend earlier and Uber is all over it now.
It’s an obvious attempt to confuse the drivers so they don’t really know how much they’re making. They will do this to make us work harder while making less money.
$150 for clean up fees for bodily fluids.
1) If you haven't done so already take a ride as a passenger. Multiple times. You will learn a lot.
2) Don't chase the surge. If the red surge happens near or where you currently are, stay and enjoy, but if it's far away, don't chase it. Surges changes fast and the last thing you want to do is to drive far and waste gas.
3) Take breaks. At set times. Us drivers generally have very long shifts. 10+ hours easily. You have to be alert. Your job is driving. It's not worth it to risk yourself, your car, and passenger. One accident can come back to bite you HARD.
4) Track all expenses. Carry around a notebook, or download one of those expense software that can track rideshare expenses, including mileage. you will need to deduct all of these things. definitely keep all your receipts, especially those related to vehicles, say car repairs and maintenance.
5) Get used to finding emergency locations and bathroom break locations.
6) Get proper equipment, like phone chargers, phone holder, barf bag for passengers, etc.
I wonder if the lack of tipping has to do with the perception of Uber drivers being "casual" drivers who are "just like and me." "Making a few bucks on the side" (and enjoying a fancy dinner per Uber TV commercials)
I think this perception is very different than looking at a professional taxi drivers who do it for a living and perhaps struggling to make ends meet. I think consumers think Uber drivers have real gigs on the side and basically only doing this to a) meet people, b) kill time, c) make more money than we are already making, etc..
...basically they assume we don't need the money.
Must you ask? Obviously. He already said it in his response.
I actually have a physical tip box. I bought it before Uber app had tipping option and did fairly well. I drive in Vegas and Phoenix.
You have to sell your tip box right near the items you offer. Like charger and mints. Tip isn't required but I basically make them think about it a second before they take something from me.
Some people do ask whether money is necessary, and I tell them politely, "no." The interesting fact? Those who were polite enough to ask always tip.
It's those who just take and not pay who are assholes.
Have you seen these?