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Have you ever used uber or lyft?

cherry — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 01:34:43 GMT

If you did how were you treated by the driver?

I never have used either ,and I think I might not want to go with them, but stick with a conventional taxi cab company

I just read today a passenger was in critical condition ,after being stabbed by her lyft driver, over a dispute about a fare

We had an uber driver that deliberately plowed into a crowd of people, killing some, and maiming others. He had been acting erratically with other fares before this event took place

I feel, and perhaps I'm wrong , you might pay more with a taxi company, but the drivers are safer bets

Re: Have you ever used uber or lyft?

sassenach1 — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 01:39:25 GMT

I am a road warrior.

I WILL NEVER EVER USE TAXIS. If there is not Uber or Lyft in a city, I will rent a car instead. I will generalize by saying taxis are corrupt and dirty. I have many stories and examples.

i use Uber and Lyft frequently. I have very good experiences overall.

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sunshine45 — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 01:39:57 GMT

my daughter used uber while she was in college.

she and i recently went on a mini vacation and we used uber to and from our hotel often.....it was easier than using the subway.

she has never had any problems with the driver, company, or app.

Re: Have you ever used uber or lyft?

sassenach1 — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 01:41:13 GMT

@cherry there is good and bad in all things, but in my experience, taxis are, overall, awful. I have only had good experiences with Uber and I use them very frequently in many cities.

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FrostyBabe1 — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 01:45:06 GMT

I've used Uber to get to and from the airport a few times. It was fine, but I haven't used it since last February when an Uber driver in my town went on a shooting spree and shot 8 people. 6 of them died and 2 were very seriously injured. Logically I know the guy is in jail and it's not likely to happen again, but I've still felt a little creeped out about it.

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I am still oxox — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 01:45:18 GMT

I use Uber often and I am always pleased with the service, there is no money exchanged, it is all done online with a paypal account or credit card, I am sure it is the same with Lyft.

@cherry wrote:
If you did how were you treated by the driver?

I never have used either ,and I think I might not want to go with them, but stick with a conventional taxi cab company

I just read today a passenger was in critical condition ,after being stabbed by her lyft driver, over a dispute about a fare

We had an uber driver that deliberately plowed into a crowd of people, killing some, and maiming others. He had been acting erratically with other fares before this event took place

I feel, and perhaps I'm wrong , you might pay more with a taxi company, but the drivers are safer bets

Re: Have you ever used uber or lyft?

Annabellethecat66 — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 01:46:36 GMT

My family and I have used Uber many, many times. My daughter in Colorado has used them on every business trip in many different states.

My son-in-law just hired them recently to drive myself and my friends from where I live to my birthday party and another Uber driver picked us up and took us home.

I've taken them to various airports, etc. I've only found them to be personable, intelligent and a nice experience. I've talked to them just about every trip. They are from every nationality and every color. They all dressed appropriately and didn't stink. Let's see, what else? Oh! It was interesting the Uber driver who took us to my party was originally from Palestine. He'd become an American citizen. He voted one way for T and his wife had voted the other way (we all laughed at that as did he). It was a very pleasant experience.

The Uber driver who drove us home was originally from some other country (he didn't say but had a thick accent). he said he'd been an Uber driver for many years and he explained the whole Uber process to us. They always went the speed limit and since I always sat in the front I didn't see any problems with anyone's driving. They send you a picture of who they are and you can see on your cell phone exactly where they are at all times.

One reason I want to move closer in to the city is because I want to be able to take the Uber everywhere. I love using them.

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VaBelle35 — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 01:51:22 GMT

I've used Uber twice in Washington, DC. Other than it's a nicer car than a creeky old DC taxi, it was more money and the wait time was the same as waiting for a taxi. Taxi companies have apps now and have GPS so you know where taxi's are, just like Uber.

I go with whatever is more convenient.

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SXMGirl — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 01:51:54 GMT

My friend always uses Uber. She doesn't drive at night or into neighborhoods that she is unfamiliar, so she relies on Uber.

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Shorty2U — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 01:52:36 GMT

No I have never used Uber or Lyft and I never will. I dont trust it.

My almost 19 year old granddaugher and her friend used Uber 2X and said it was fine and all the drivers were nice!

My friends sons sister in law is a driver. Dont care, wont use the service just like i will never sell things on Craigs list (too many weirdos now days!).

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reiki604 — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 01:53:13 GMT

I take uber to and from the airport when I'm leaving for more than a few days. I love uber. The cars are cleaner than any cab I've been in and don't smell of smoke like some car services do. The drivers that I've come in contact with have been very friendly and nice. I feel they drive more carefully as it their own vehicle.

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Greeneyedlady21 — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 01:56:41 GMT

I've used Uber to get around locally, I live in a suburb and the nearest city...well the cabs take forever and are ridiculously expensive. Old cars and not clean either.

I have had great experiences with the drivers, mostly male with just a couple of female drivers. They were respectful and sometimes listened to all the troubles I had last year. The only weird experience was a 20 something guy who took my "motherly" encouragement of him as something else. He was working as a custodian and doing Uber to pay his way through school. Anyway he asked for my number and it got all kinds of weird and awkward. I learned from that one lol. Technically could have reported him to Uber acording to their rules but I didn't. I asked him how old do you think I am he said he didn't care. I think he just wanted that older woman thing and thought I was up for it. Not lol.

It has helped bring me out of my shell and more easily converse, especially with men. I only use it in the daytime, and always sit in the back seat with my phone at the ready. My state has passed tough laws re background checks for Uber and Lyft. I do wish you could request a female driver, I would never stereotype all men because of the actions of a few but I would be more comfortable with that in general. I did meet some really nice male drivers who told me all about their lives and other jobs etc. And about drunk disgusting passengers.

Also last time I ever checked I had a five star passenger rating. It pays to tip. But even when I didn't tip I had it. Also pays to be nice and not drunk I guess.

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Snicks1 — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 01:58:14 GMT

I have not used Uber or Lyft, (or even a taxi for years), but my daughter uses Uber often. She has never had a problem. She uses them all over the place. She is a truck driver and once she stops for the day, that trucks has to sit, so she gets hours back to be able to work the next day. If she needs to do laundry, go to the grocery/drugstore, etc., sometimes she uses Uber.

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Noel7 — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 02:01:08 GMT

Hi @cherry

The city of SF has has a lot of trouble with Uber, particularly because they don't check the background of their drivers. There have been numerous assaults on women, including a very recent rape.

Also, they refused to get a permit for using their driverless cars in the city, ignoring city rules.

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RoughDraft — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 02:02:03 GMT

I don't know how there could be a dispute over a fare while using Uber. Business is conducted on line with a credit card so no money changes hands. If you've read of stories where the drivers may have gone off the deep end, there are a plethora of stories in the news about road rage from ordinary drivers.

I did have to use a taxi about 8 months ago and was surprised by how updated and modern and immaculate the cab was. Drivers are equipped with GPS and you have a choice of a regular sedan-type cab or a van if needed. I believe the entire fleet of cabs in my city are relatively new.

Re: Have you ever used uber or lyft?

cherry — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 02:03:18 GMT

The disputed fare was with lyft and not uber

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I am still oxox — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 02:04:48 GMT

Neither of them handles cash it is all done online

@cherry wrote:
The disputed fare was with lyft and not uber

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cherry — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 02:05:15 GMT

@Noel7 wrote:
Hi @cherry

The city of SF has has a lot of trouble with Uber, particularly because they don't check the background of their drivers. There have been numerous assaults on women, including a very recent rape.

Also, they refused to get a permit for using their driverless cars in the city, ignoring city rules.

@Noel7 there have been a lot of complaints ,from co-eds, in my area, about drivers that acted the same way

Re: Have you ever used uber or lyft?

cherry — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 02:06:19 GMT

@I am still oxox wrote:
Neither of them handles cash it is all done online

@cherry wrote:
The disputed fare was with lyft and not uber

All I know was the driver stabbed her ,over a fare

Re: Have you ever used uber or lyft?

cherry — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 02:09:35 GMT

BOSTON (AP) - Boston police say a driver for ride-hailing service Lyft is facing an attempted murder charge for stabbing another woman during a fare dispute.

Police say 25-year-old Kiona Thomas stabbed the victim in the neck in the city's Dorchester neighborhood at about 11:15 p.m. Sunday.

The 21-year-old victim was taken to the hospital and is expected to survive. Her name was not released.

It was not immediately clear if the stabbing victim was the passenger, as there were several people at the scene.

Thomas, of the city's Roslindale neighborhood, is expected to be arraigned Tuesday on a charge of assault with intent to murder. It could not be determined she has a lawyer.