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The more you use Uber, the more expensive it gets. (Upfront Pricing)

Posted by StuffinMuffin 828 Driver Rider in Tips from Rideshare Experts & Bloggers (26 comments )

I figured this would be the case. With the introduction of upfront pricing, Uber can charge customers anything they want. They will ask for any amount riders are willing to pay. I have heard cases where during the hours when the business users are out, the overall fare goes up. Trips to and from airports? You guessed it. It'll go up because people are willing to pay. All the cheap Uber fares that we have gotten accustomed to are about to go out the window. Regulators and law makers who shoved the taxis out. Are you happy now? What about ...

Need to pay with cash

Posted by AmyAffrunti 5 in Ask a RideGuru (21 comments ) 1 guru answer

Help! I need a ride but can only pay cash. What company do I contact?

Summarily fired by Uber after they (falsely) claimed I altered documents. No recourse.

Posted by larryshort 29 Rider Driver in Angry Drivers (14 comments )

I drove for Uber for more than 2 years. I made them thousands of dollars. I had a high rating (4.92) and no complaints from riders.Two weeks ago, the app stopped working for me. The error message was, "one of your documents requires attention." I logged in and looked at my documents, and all appeared to be fine. So I messaged Uber about it.I waited a week. No response.Frustrated that I had wasted a week with no ability to drive, I messaged again and asked what was going on. This time I received, a day later, the ...

What is Uber Connect? Is it really a thing?

Posted by MaisieCy89 87 Driver in Ask a RideGuru (5 comments )

I was searching for something completely different, ran into this page.Uber Connect is an easy, same-day, no-contact delivery solution that allows people to send items whether it’s a care package for a loved one, a gift for a friend’s birthday, an item you sold online or an important business document.Looks pretty awesome? Is this really a thing? The page completely useless as I can't proceed from there.https://www.uber.com/blog/uber-connect-ondemand-package-delivery/

Do Uber drivers change the music selection based on the passenger?

Posted by Squirtle 3 in Ask a Driver (3 comments )

Do they really do that? Me and my friends were talking about it the whole time I thought it was a joke. do such care and consideration go into the rides by the driver?i never would have expected this off of old school ny taxi cabs. the driver would have their whole life sprawled in the front seats, with lunch wrappers, music, books, etc.

I need a ride from my boat in iselton to the nearest Walmart but I only have ...

Posted by Buster Driver in Ask a RideGuru (0 comments )

I need a ride from my boat in iselton to the nearest Walmart but I only have cash

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

Posted by momof4 8159 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 ...

What is the "cleaning fees" and "vomit" SCAM by Uber drivers? Should I be concerned? How do I avoid them?

Posted by KWalkins 88 in Rideshare Scams (35 comments ) 1 guru answer

I heard from my nephew that Uber drives are sometimes so desperate to make money that they would randomly charge cleaning fees for no reason whatsoever. Is this true? What can I do to stop it or make sure it doesn't happen.

As an Uber/Lyft passenger, what was the strangest/funniest ride you have taken

Posted by fpressly 4083 Rider Driver in Ask a Passenger (15 comments )

I have ridden Uber/Lyft quite a bit when I travel abroad or even around the US. There are bound to be good stories about funny or strange things happening on those rides. Thanks for your upvote.

As a ride share driver, what is your worst nightmare?

Posted by fpressly 4083 Rider Driver in Ask a Driver (36 comments )

Being wrongly accused and not having proof to the contrary. With dashcam and two other hidden cameras and five audio pickups, I hope to have that resolved.

New Uber Pass

Posted by papapapaya 2 Rider in Ask a Passenger (2 comments )

Just saw now Uber has a new Pass that no longer offers flat rate. I used to purchase the flat rate pass for commute, but not sure if the discount pass now worth it. Also, does anyone realize that we no long receives coupons when on a pass?

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 179 Driver (3 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 ...

If drivers are really losing money with Uber then why do you keep driving for Uber?

Posted by babarett 186 Rider in Ask a Driver (60 comments )

I just don't get it, everyone always complains that they don't make any money with Uber but if you really were losing money then why would you keep driving....???

Uber, Lyft Charges More For Riders Going To Chicago’s Non-White Neighborhoods, Study Shows

Posted by Samarov 1431 Rider in Fare Discussions - Incorrect Fares (3 comments )

Why is this not surprising? https://blockclubchicago.org/2020/06/26/uber-lyft-charges-more-for-riders-going-to-chicagos-non-white-neighborhoods-study-shows/

What are ways Uber drivers make money besides driving?

Posted by MingiPark1982 100 in Ask a Driver (70 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 ...

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