The Wraith (wraiththe)

Ride Apprentice from USA, South East.

Another Fish in the Sea, but taken.
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Have learned a lot since the start.

Still wish to remain anonymous

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     6 years ago in  Best affordable dashcam?

    Heard the Vantrue n2 Pro is one of the best.

    You can pick up a NuCam Dual Dash Cam for under $100 and it does better than many of the cams out there, but it is not perfect.  It is easy to mount, does GPS, and Records inside the car at night.

    http://a.co/d/dm610wg

    None of the cams are perfect.  This one does a good job.  Keep the button handy that keeps the video segments from being overwritten.  Use a good 32GB microSD card.

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     6 years ago in  Is it true if the driver gets stuck with a short ride from the airport, he can go back and skip the queue?

    Uber does define it as any ride 2 miles or under.   Anyting over 2 miles you have to start back in the queue.   Gee, not bad considering most drivers have to wait at least 20 to 40 minutes at any given time to get an airport ride. (Sometimes well over an hour.)

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     6 years ago in  why do lyft drivers take the long route compared to taxis--I prefer to take ...

    Ha,

    I remember when (Lyft I think) said we were supposed to follow the route on the ap, and it was frowned upon to drive otherwise.  One document even stated that we could ask the passenger to get a different driver if they did not like it.

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     6 years ago in  No Warning for Long Trips?

    I do not think you should ever be obliged to take a long trip if not warned properly.   I have only ever cancelled one trip... but If  I was tired and had already worked 10 hours... it would be negligent to accept a 2 hour ride away from town.  A polite explanation...  and even  search to see if there are other uber drivers in the area to ensure they can get a ride... would be acceptable and probably the smart thing to do.

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     6 years ago in  Can I ask my Uber driver to NOT record me with his webcam? If I do not want to be recorded, shouldn't I be able to request that?

    You may ask.  I may have you recorded asking and comply.  Most likely I would turn the inside camera away if you asked and more likely if there was daylight.d  Especially if you were talking about sensitve business.   Most cameras loop and record over each segment once the drive is full... unless tagged.  Occasionally some people can get toxic and aggresive or even try to grope the driver.  If there are cameras inside, it is for our protection.  Just to be clear... what you are asking us is to lower our defenses and any kind of passive security and trust that you wont be agressive, try to sexually assault, hurt, or falsely accuse us, vandalize our cars, break the law, be verbally abusive, or lie about what was said.  I would feel more comfortable with a driver that has a camera rather than a weapon for their protection.  

    Still, depending on the situation, I think most of us would consider complying.

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     6 years ago in  So terrible. Passenger rapes female Uber driver.

    I thought both Uber and Lyft require drivers License pictures and a profile pic.  Furthermore at least one of them will randomly stop the app and make you validate who you are with a snapshot.

    I have picked up dozens of passengers... female name and a guy gets in the car... and guy/girl.  (maybe some guy wants me to give his girlfriend a ride... or the like.)  

    Dozens where the pick up location is across the street, or nextdoor... and I call to verify where they are and either they apologize that the GPS is messed up... or the number winds up being invalid.

    One customer said they use a gift card... and they had to make a new account.  Another said they changed phone numbers and they would not let him change the number in the system.   

    I wish I knew more, and could help them fix it, but... and I hate to say it... I think it is intentional sometimes.   Passengers should be required to show their pictures.

    Now if a driver fakes his identity... he/she should be banned... 

    FYI, I would never do this with out a dual dashcam.  Too dangerous.

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     6 years ago in  So terrible. Passenger rapes female Uber driver.

    I thought they used to have it required that people put their face up in the profile... so  you would not pick them up if not the same person?    Similarly drivers with photos and car description. 

    Also, one company requires credit cards sign up, another will accept other forms of payment.  Which is why I often wind up calling people and the numbers are not valid and if I cannot find them... it is very inconvenient and suspicious... even scary at times.   

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     6 years ago in  How are Uber passengers and Lyft passengers different?

    Uber Passengers tend to be higher level professionals and family,

    Lyft, here tend to be a lot of chronic smokers.  Many up until the time they get in the car.

    But they both vary.

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     6 years ago in  Lyft's new users are skewing younger than Ubers

    Rideshares are not supposed to take on passengers under 18... so I don't exactly get this.

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     6 years ago in  How do I know if the Uber driver is who he says he is?

    It would be helpful if the PAX had to have their picture as well and that they are who they are before allowing them in my vehicle.

    It would be nice to know the pax could be traced if I wind up in a ditch with a bullet in my brain... or held accountable for sexual harrasment or assault.

    It really is not fair that they can just put in a picture of a cat or a letter.  Dangerous actually.

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     6 years ago in  Banned from charging Uber cleaning fee?

    HI,

    I meant alcoholic beverages.  It is illegal drive with an open alcoholic bev. in the car here.  I politely tell them that I don't want to be a downer, but this is my only source of income and I cannot risk losing my DL.  Please take a min to drink it, or dump it before getting in the car or I cannot give them a ride.  Most are happy to comply. So far only one was rude and prefered to call another driver. (Man his wife was upset... at him.)

    Open drink containers with lids (esp Coffee) are allowed.  Maybe a soda with a lid.   If no lid... then please drink it or dump it. 

    Yes, some people lie and claim the drinks are virgin.  If they are in red solo cups or clear old fashioned/Rocks glasses... Most likely they have liquor or beer... and have no lid.   Use best judgement. 

    Food:  Riders are not allowed to eat in my the car... (with the exception of some dry snacks.)  I will give them a few minutes to finish if necessary... and leave the greasy trash behind. 

    Greasy to go bags...(and boxed pizza)  I will pull a towel/blanket out of the back and ask them to place it on it.  I tell them that grease is a bitch to get out, it is my car, sorry but I have to protect my livelyhood.  Apologize for any inconvenience and I do not start the trip until it is all good.

    Anyone who looks at my car will see that it looks exceptionally clean despite its age.  No fragrance (I can't handle it.) or bad smells.  No Smoke or stains either... Yet.   

    I mean... if the car was messed up... then I think they would get upset.  People can see that I care a lot about the appearance of the car and often comment on it.   I have not had anyone get upset about it yet, or had to turn anyone away for food... Yet.

    If they were drunk... then definitely no food or drinks... Period.  well, maybe bottled water.  (to go bags in the trunk or on the floor on a towel)

    Not working late nights.  I don't want the puke, would have to sell the car.  No tolerance for fragrances... and hate the smell of puke.  

    The drama kind of gets old too.

    Most people want to be good and sometimes a line has to be drawn.  I always try to be nice about it and try to stay positive. Most people, given the opportunity will chose to be nice if we are respectful and pleasant but firm.  (sorry, I had to say that because I dont want you to think I am unpleasant to my pax. with these rules. )  So far I have only had to cancel and leave one customer with an open container to get another driver.  I would not hesitate to do it again... not in the slightest.)  I immediately contact the rideshare co.

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     6 years ago in  Banned from charging Uber cleaning fee?

    My plan is to consider who is going to puke and deny them a ride.  I have taken one or two, but I make every effort to ensure they will not get sick.  i.e. ride very smoothly.  Play soft music softly. Give them a barf bag and ensure they can use it if they need it.  I also tell them that if they puke it is going to cost A LOT of money! IF they need to puke I wil stop and they can get out.   

    I find it hard to believe that after 20 pukes, it is even possible to ride in your vehicle with the windows closed.  At that point I would have removed all the carpet and ensured all the seats were vinly or leather.

    In no way am I wishy washy about it either.

    Lastly, no open containers.   Perioud.

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