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My opinion on ride-sharing apps shifted after a trip to Chicago last spring
I used to think Uber was way more reliable than taxis, hands down. But after getting stuck in a surge that cost me $65 for a 10 minute ride while a cab would have been a flat $20, I started seeing it differently. Now I flip between both depending on the time and place. Has anyone else changed their mind after a specific bad experience like that?
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taylorshah2d ago
Surge pricing is honestly the elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about (it can turn a cheap ride into a total scam). The worst part is you don't know the final price until you're already committed and watching the meter tick up. A flat cab fare at least gives you peace of mind before you even sit down.
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gracec162d agoTop Commenter
Wait, hold on - "you don't know the final price until you're already committed"? That can't be right, can it? I always thought you could see what you're paying before you even get in the car. That's honestly terrifying if true, I'd be so stressed just watching the number climb the whole ride.
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