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Why are there still taxi drivers? Why don't they all join Uber instead of fighting it?

Posted by Dat_Sun2 32 in Ask a Driver (13 comments )

To consumers, there isn't a huge difference. Both gets them from point a to point b. One just happens to provide the convenience of a nice app, and maybe the price is cheaper? Why wouldn't just taxi drivers just switch over to Uber where the consumers are headed? Why would it make a difference? Workers always have the flexibility of choice.

prices for a ride

Posted by coreyj34 Driver in Questions & Suggestions for RideGuru (0 comments )

how much would y'all charge to take me and my clothes to Eunice

Uber Deactivation for Safety Concerns

Posted by npriddy 24 Driver in Angry Drivers (17 comments )

This week I was three weeks from my two year anniversary with Uber. I have a 4.94 rating (490 5 star, 4 4 star, 6 1 star) and I have done over 4800 rides. I have had no accidents, only one ticket over a year and a half ago and it was my word against the officers (yellow light/officer said red). I never cancel on riders other than no-shows or extreme conditions such as the car breaking down. I almost always beat the time given on the app - I never pause when going to get a passenger. I felt …

As a driver, have you kicked out a passenger? Ended a ride early mid-trip?

Posted by WWBlueStuff 268 Driver in Ask a Driver (79 comments )

Please do share. Remember when some dude died after getting kicked off Lyft? I can't help it to think he did something to be kicked out, you know? Lyft Passenger Killed in Fatal Hit-and-Run on Freeway After Driver Demands He Exits Vehiclehttps://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/Lyft-Passenger-Killed-in-Fatal-Hit-and-Run-on-Freeway-473302203.html

Paid Research Study for Uber drivers from Ivey Business School

Posted by Ivey_Consumer_Research 5 Driver in Ask a Driver (1 comment )

Professor June Cotte of Ivey Business School at Western University is recruiting Uber drivers to participate in a 90 minute online interview conducted over Zoom. The discussion is completely confidential and would cover topics like the overall experience of ridesharing and the interactions between the driver and rider. The research is not affiliated with Uber. Participants would be compensated with a $20 Amazon gift card. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at [email protected]

Uber - Time is Soon - ready to go back to taxis yet?

Posted by WasabiNuts 40 in Angry Riders (3 comments )

I feel like we reaching that point and have been for a long time. We all tried to like something and worked hard to make the transition, but this whole thing is overcomplicated and all the arrangement we made are starting to backfire. Maybe it's time we reverted back to taxis or just decide already the winner between taxis and Uber and moved on. Let me share my experience.I landed at Logan Airport the other day. I called for an Uber as I walked inside the terminal thinking I am all that. I stepped out into the cold and …

Can I get a taxi to take me on the Eurotunnel from Paris to Folkestone?

Posted by NGovea10 Driver in Ask a Driver (1 comment )

Hello,I typed my search in and got results for my travel on Tues 13th of April next week between Paris & Folkestone, but I am worried that there won't be any available, does anyone know if these services taxis/uber/lyfts are still operating well with Covid and France on lockdown?Can I call them, does anyone know the number or have any recommendation's?Thank you in advance.Flight lands at 8am in Charles De Gaulle SincerelyNatalie

Can a parent order Uber or Lyft for a teenager? My kids?

Posted by JessMin99 148 in Ask a RideGuru (83 comments ) 1 guru answer

Is that legit? or better yet, legal? I am not breaking the terms of using the Uber account as I am the one with the account and credite card. I have three children and I'd love to utilize Uber or Lyft. Safe too.

Abu dhabi

Posted by zakegal7 Rider Driver in Ask a RideGuru (0 comments )

I want to go to abu dhabi for a cheaper price than a normal taxi, I'm planning to get a covid test the day before I go to.Thanks

I use Uber or Lyft almost daily. Is there a way to get some discounts? is there any monthly or daily pass available?

Posted by gshilpa24 56 Rider in Ask a RideGuru (16 comments ) 2 guru answers

Hi, I use uber or lyft almost daily during the weekdays. is there a way to get some discounts? like is there any monthly or daily pass available?

I Am Temporarily (I Hope!) De-Activated Because Lyft Support Is Stupid! Lyft Says My Background Check Is Ongoing But If They Look - I Was APPROVED TWO MONTHS AGO!

Posted by Goodideasll 210 Driver (20 comments )

I am temporarily (I hope!) de-activated from Lyft while they say they conduct an ongoing background check, I have been driving for Lyft since May of 2019. When I try to sign on to drive on the Lyft Driver platform, it says I am not approved to drive. But when I look at their update on the background check, it says I have been approved to drive. This was two months ago! Everytime I communicate withLyft Support, they tell me that they will clear this up expeditiously. Yet, here we are - TWO MONTHS LATER waiting for their ‘help’! I …

A day in the life of an Uber, Lyft and Juno driver who makes about $6,000 a month in NYC [CNBC]

Posted by AsStibelDude 654 Driver in Rideshare News (12 comments )

This is pre-covid, but gosh, this is sort of article that sets the wrong expectation for new drivers and the public. Everyone thinks us drivers are swimming in money.$6000 x 12 = $72,000. Working six days a week. It's super misleading though, because it requires long hours (11 hours on weekdays and 8+ hours on Saturdays) and it doesn't consider for expenses.https://www.cnbc.com/2019/01/30/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-full-time-uber-lyft-and-juno-driver-in-nyc.html

Is There A Way As An Uber Driver That I Can Refuse Trips With Multiple Stops?

Posted by Goodideasll 210 Driver in Ask a Driver (3 comments )

Is There A Way As An Uber Driver That I Can Refuse Trips With Multiple Stops? I have been driving with Uber for two plus years ( almost the same with Lyft but since Lyft was completely stupid updating my background check, I prefer not to drive for Lyft!) and in that two + years, I have had about 300 multiple stop trips(out of nearly 5000 trips). In those 300 or so trips, I would say that over half of them I had to wait ten minutes or more for my riders to return to my car. Also, what’s up …

What are ways Uber drivers make money besides driving?

Posted by MingiPark1982 101 in Ask a Driver (72 comments )

After 50 Uber rides, I finally ran into an Uber driver who had a sundry shop open in his car. He sold water, gum, mints, head phones, charging cables, bags of chips, red bull, chapsticks, etc. etc. I asked the driver and he told he can do whatever he wants because he is an independent and the products have nothing to do with Uber, the company. I don't know the legality of opening up a store in the back of a Toyota Camry, but with all legal stuff aside, what are other ways drivers make money? What are cool things …

A Night In The Life of An Uber Driver! Drivers/Riders please share your story!

Posted by momof4 8184 Rider Driver in Rideshare Humor (54 comments )

Drivers and Riders of Uber, Lyft, etc... The most frequently asked question passengers ask me is "What is your craziest, scariest, or most funny Uber story? I thought I would share some of my stories here. The good, the bad, and the ugly! Names have been changed to protect the innocent, the drunk, the mean, and the crazy Uber/Lyft riders. Uber/Lyft drivers I would love to hear some of your stories/experience while driving. Please feel free to share. Uber/Lyft Riders please feel free to share your stories about your experiences with drivers. August 3rd. I pickup 3 ladies in their …

Schools are trying to use Uber as buses for student transportation

Posted by dancingdiary 44 in Rideshare News (15 comments )

This Uber driver claimes that this Phoenix school called his Uber and tried to put 8 little kids in his car to transport! Unreal, even schools are trying to cut costs with Uber. https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/national/uber-driver-claims-phoenix-school-is-using-ride-share-service-for-student-transportation

Uber Drivers: How Far Will You Drive To Pick-Up A Fare Not Knowing Their Destination?

Posted by Goodideasll 210 Driver in Ask a Driver (31 comments )

Uber Drivers: How Far Will You Drive To Pick-Up A Fare Without Knowing Their Destination? Okay, here’s what happened today to me - I signed on to my Driver Uber App and a Premium Destination popped up. I accepted the pick-up and app informed me that the customer was 27 minutes and 13 miles away. I drove there , it took about 22 minutes. I picked up client at her house , pressed my App for the drop-off Destination , and saw that drop-off was 1 mile away. I chatted with the lady, dropped her off and headed back to …

What do drivers do if the passenger falls asleep in the backseat or passes out from being drunk? While driving must be okay, but what about once you get to the destination?

Posted by ClayClaymore 122 Rider in Ask a Driver (19 comments )

Has that happened to you? I am deathly afraid of falling asleep on any transportation such as trains, buses, and cabs.

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