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Ridesharing, Uber and Lyft. Anyone use them?
Big Sky Redneck
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Been thinking about using Lyft, downloaded the app and am thinking about it instead of a traditional taxi.
I'm just a tad leery about getting into a strangers car, atleast a taxi is licensed and the Lyft drivers are not. Supposedly they are background checked but how do I know that?
Will my card be comprimised? There is no exchange of cash, payment is made via paypuke or credit/debit card.
I'm just a tad leery about getting into a strangers car, atleast a taxi is licensed and the Lyft drivers are not. Supposedly they are background checked but how do I know that?
Will my card be comprimised? There is no exchange of cash, payment is made via paypuke or credit/debit card.
Comments
Most are people looking to make an extra buck.
You could probably do as bad with a licensed taxi driver. Its eems to be very popular with folks now.
They also are armed[:)]
In NYC, ridesharing cars must be inspected & insured; that's not the case in most states. So, you take your chances.
During "slow" parts of the day, you may not be able to get a ridesharing car to pick you up, so you need a back up plan.
Not having to deal with money is great. But, be cautious in bad areas; after you request a ride, you must have your smart phone in your hand & constantly track your request.
Neal
Receipt is automatically emailed, tip optional (I always do).
I have not had a bad experience. Unlike cabs that get paid by time and distance and the drivers are free to intoduce variables if they think they can get away with it.
Uber rates are based on time, distance traveled, & a variable rush hour surcharge. You don't know the cost until after the trip is completed.
Uber recently cut the drivers % of the gross charge; I know several who dropped out because it was no longer profitable.
Neal