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Re:Uber drivers in Kenya are ignoring the app and charging t... by tamimio on Wednesday September 11, 2024 @02:35PM (#41514059)
It wasn’t Uber but taxis. When I visited Istanbul a while ago, the taxi drivers were creative in how they scammed people. Some purposely took a longer route to the destination to charge more, while others altered the meter so it showed almost double the fare. I discovered this because the same trip cost half using another taxi. Others asked for an upfront price and ignored the meter.
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Re:Uber drivers in Kenya are ignoring the app and charging t... by agtech_andy on Wednesday September 11, 2024 @02:45PM (#41514150)
I lived in Turkey for over 3 years. It is really sad how taxis were by far the worst part. When Uber came to Ankara, it was a massive improvement in my quality of life.

In Istanbul, there are a few things to watch out for but Uber is still a million times better than calling a random taxi. Part of it is because taxis in Istanbul are surprisingly cheap and it encourages bad behavior. During peak times in the most busy places, Uber drivers may cancel on you if the ride is short. Whatever happens, Uber support in Turkey has been very responsive to me. So I have to give them credit for that.

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Re:Uber drivers in Kenya are ignoring the app and charging t... by indoordin0saur on Wednesday September 11, 2024 @02:55PM (#41514248)
I was in Istanbul for less than a week and had multiple bizarre taxi experiences.
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