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) …
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  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 …
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  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/
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  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/
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  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 …
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  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 …
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  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 …
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  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 …
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  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 …
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  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 …
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  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
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  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 …
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  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 …
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  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. …
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  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 …
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  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/
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  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?
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  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 …

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   6 years ago in  How to remove a number from my Uber driver app

  Is this a shady question?

  Did you get deactivated and no trying to drive under a different name or phone? 

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   6 years ago in  Is it true that Lyft passengers tip more than Uber passengers? Why is that? Both app offer tip options, right?

  Yes. very true. like dominant.  I have no idea why.  I don't really use Lyft app all that much, but when I do, I do get tipped more at a higher percentage.

  I think it's because Lyft drivers seem to be more experienced rideshare travelers.  With Uber, I get tourists and people using it for the first time.  They all fumble around.  With Lyft, they are all experts. (and usually younger)

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   6 years ago in  As Uber and Lyft drivers, what are your pet peeves about your passengers, and what do you do about them?

  - Those who make me wait.

  - Those who says they'll tip but don't.

  - Backseat drivers.  or dictating the route even though I have my own way.

  - Those who talk about topics I prefer to not talk about.  Like politics.  It's tough, becauase we cannot walk away

  I guess these are just common complaints, huh

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   6 years ago in  What should I know when using Uber for the first time? Any unique tips from veterans and drivers?

  People who drive Ubers, at least UberXs, are normal people.  People like you and me.  They often have other jobs. They may not have been doing this for years and years.   Know this and understand this.

  - They will heavily rely on the GPS.  They may not know the roads as well as the cabbie.

  - Their shift may end so if they need to cancel a ride or not accommodate your change request, don't get mad.  They have a family to get back to and other obligations.  They often work on weird schedules.

  - Treat their vehicle with respect.  That car you are riding on may be the car the driver's kids or grand kids sit on. Don't puke on it.  don't leave crap on it.  Treat it like you treat your own car.

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   6 years ago in  Life insurance

  You need your personal auto insurance that has various coverage options on it.  Since you will be on the road a lot, make sure you signe up for a Comprehensive Coverage, which covers for all damage to your own vehicle. (not just others).  Others like Liability are often required, in most states.

  Your driving day can be broken up into three different areas.  #1) While you are waiting for a request, #2) While you have been requested and driving to pickup, and #3) You are driving a customer.

  #1 is covered through your personal insurance.  #3 is covered through Uber or Lyft's insurance.  #2 should be covered by your personal insurance, but sometimes that is considered as a gray area.

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   6 years ago in  More Cleaning Fees Scam

  That stain doesn't even look fresh or new.

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   6 years ago in  More Cleaning Fees Scam

  It looks like James has been up to no good.

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   6 years ago in  As an Uber/Lyft driver, what have you been accused of by riders?

  Great story.  We are all in it together.

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   6 years ago in  As an Uber/Lyft driver, what have you been accused of by riders?

  I feel like I have higher-than-average pot smokers as a driver. 

  I feel like I've hit a new low in my life, every time I am Febreezing and airing out my car, in a panic to get it ready for the next fare.  I mean, I am doing this on street corners, middle of intersections, weird parking lots.  and at weird times of the day.  All in a mad-rush so it's ready for the next person.

  Pax has no idea how much work we do between fares.  

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   6 years ago in  As an Uber/Lyft driver, what have you been accused of by riders?

  cabin smelled like marijuana.

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   6 years ago in  As an Uber/Lyft driver, what have you been accused of by riders?

  These aren't mine but it's pretty funny.  So much reality to it.

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   6 years ago in  What does FUber mean in rideshare/Uber context?

  It's F*cked up Uber.  It's a derogatory name for Uber, because they are messed up.

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   6 years ago in  Uber's New Surge Rules - "Making surge work for you!"

  This is a response to how drivers "stopped chasing surges."  

  So we are now to go back to chasing surges again. :)  Right?  I mean, they are telling us 1) they last longer and 2) if you enter one, you can exit and still get the surge.

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   6 years ago in  Driver Scam Equation - Collecting No-shows

  Well, except the part where the rider funds you and knocks on your window. LOL. Do you ignore that?  That'd be super awkward. 

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   6 years ago in  I heard Uber drivers like rain. Why is that?

  well, I frankly don't like wet shoes and boots, but yeah...you do make more money.  

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   6 years ago in  Shouldn't I make my driver cancel so I am not charged the cancellation fees? I feel like the drivers always ask me to cancel when he doesn't want to take me.

  Umm. well, maybe his car broke down for real.  but he can certainly cancel the pickup.  That's what he should have done.

  There are no cancellation fees for drivers.  It just hurts their acceptance rate.  Maybe he was afraid of that?

  How fare are you going?  Was it too short of a trip that he didn't like it?  It's a practice frowned upon, but some drivers do do this.  He accepted to see your destination, and decided to not take you.  (Then again, he could have cancelled.)

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   6 years ago in  Uber experiments: Drivers seeing destination info before accepting the trip.

  Lyft is already doing this for their Platinum Drivers. I believe all across the nation.

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   6 years ago in  Uber Didn't Let Me Try To Earn My Way Back Home

  That could definitely be true that I am grandfathered. However, I suspect that they'll tighten the rein on my at some point.

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   6 years ago in  Did you know? Orange lights on the hoods of taxicabs are called "Trouble Light"

  I've been driving rideshares for like 5 years and no, I never knew this existed.

  I appreciate you recommending this to us, but if the police aren't paying attention, it means nothing, right?  If I lived in NYC where I am sure the officers are trained, that's one thing.  but I am sure that isn't the case everywhere.

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   6 years ago in  Uber Didn't Let Me Try To Earn My Way Back Home

  I did an exact same ride, and I was able to pick up just fine.  and I live farther north than where you are.

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   6 years ago in  Is UberXL for IKEA a viable option? Do drivers mind? Any extra charges for big items?

  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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   6 years ago in  Is there really a driver movement so they can see customer profile info before accepting? What's the argument? [updated]

  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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   5 years ago in  Diamond Nerf

  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. 

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