IDBillzFan Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 Uber destroys the taxi business everywhere they are. When I saw this article a few days ago, I was stunned that Buffalo would not permit Uber, which simply tells me the union holds the council in check. It's time for taxi companies to compete or die away. Or they can follow the Eastman Kodak model, I suppose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 When I saw this article a few days ago, I was stunned that Buffalo would not permit Uber, which simply tells me the union holds the council in check. It's time for taxi companies to compete or die away. Or they can follow the Eastman Kodak model, I suppose. I'm glad the horse and buggy people and the slide rule folks didn't have a lot of political clout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IDBillzFan Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 I'm glad the horse and buggy people and the slide rule folks didn't have a lot of political clout. You know what's ridiculous? Low cost is not the only reason Uber is successful. It's important, but the sizzle is the app (so you can see where your car is, who is driving it, when it's going to be there, driver rating, etc.), PLUS he ability to get in, get out, and not have to reach for your wallet, of have them break out the old credit card slide machine crap. If the taxi companies would just do the self-billing app portion instead of making people stand around waiting for a taxi to come by or make a phone call, they'd get more business. But hey...momma don't take my Kodachrome away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted November 16, 2016 Author Share Posted November 16, 2016 You know what's ridiculous? Low cost is not the only reason Uber is successful. It's important, but the sizzle is the app (so you can see where your car is, who is driving it, when it's going to be there, driver rating, etc.), PLUS he ability to get in, get out, and not have to reach for your wallet, of have them break out the old credit card slide machine crap. If the taxi companies would just do the self-billing app portion instead of making people stand around waiting for a taxi to come by or make a phone call, they'd get more business. But hey...momma don't take my Kodachrome away. totally agree. It's just so damn easy and convenient. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Tuesday Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 Uber is also much safer for the drivers since there is no cash involved. They don't get robbed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iinii Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 Well computers also destroyed the typewriter business. Life goes on. Adapt or die. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 totally agree. It's just so damn easy and convenient. The ease of use is more important to me than the cost, by far. During peak periods it's probably MORE expensive (because taxis don't have the ability to adjust), but I use Uber anyway. In Atlanta and Nashville I don't think I've ever waited more than about 5 minutes. Call a cab, good luck! And just jumping out and going is such a treat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 At the tailgate met an awesome guy who's name escapes me, CountryCletus' friend... He lost a bet and had to do Uber in LA for a month. Said he made over $300 his first week just doing it a few hours here and there. Hes james loftens nephew nut I am embarrassed I can t remember his name.... Dafuq Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted November 16, 2016 Author Share Posted November 16, 2016 @legerdouzable New York State Assembly: Pass A.6090 - Allow Uber and Lyft to operate in Upstate New York - Sign the ... https://www.change.org/p/new-york-state-assembly-pass-a-6090-allow-uber-and-lyft-to-operate-in-upstate-new-york?recruiter=false&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=share_twitter_responsivevia @change Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 Buffalo got slammed for not having Uber when it hosted the NHL draft. It will be worse if they don't have it by the time the World Juniors comes next year. I flew from Raleigh to Buffalo in September. I took Uber to the Raleigh airport and a cab from the Buffalo airport to Elmo's on Millersport. Both rides were approximately the same distance. Raleigh Uber fare: $14 Buffalo cab fare $35 uber in rdu is among the best I've ever experienced Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted November 16, 2016 Author Share Posted November 16, 2016 (edited) At the tailgate met an awesome guy who's name escapes me, CountryCletus' friend... He lost a bet and had to do Uber in LA for a month. Said he made over $300 his first week just doing it a few hours here and there. Hes james loftens nephew nut I am embarrassed I can t remember his name.... Dafuq one of my Uber drivers told me he made 2000 in one day during a home OSU game. Edited November 16, 2016 by YoloinOhio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlbillsfan1975 Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 You Atlanta guys ever try Lyft? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 You Atlanta guys ever try Lyft? I have not as Uber is so easy and I'm already set up. Is Lyft cheaper or does it have other advantages? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkington Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 I couldn't care less if I take a taxi or uber or whatever, in DC it's roughly the same price... the big thing for me is, I can pull up an app and get a ride with Uber, no problem. Whereas a taxi, I've called before, and they don't arrive... and then its a crap shoot depending on where you are to wave one down. Apparently the taxi companies have a similar Uber like app now, but I feel like its too late. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#34fan Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 When I was a kid we used to call Uber GETING INTO A CAR WITH A TOTAL STRANGER! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlbillsfan1975 Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 I have not as Uber is so easy and I'm already set up. Is Lyft cheaper or does it have other advantages?I have found the quality of drivers to be better. I use it during the daytime sometimes to go to the Airport and also to go around town instead of paying for parking or valet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IDBillzFan Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 You Atlanta guys ever try Lyft? Yes. Lyft and Uber drivers are generally the same people. I go to Uber first, and if it wants to charge me a premium rate for whatever reason, I go to Lyft, and they are usually a few beats behind the reason there is a premium charge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 Yes. Lyft and Uber drivers are generally the same people. I go to Uber first, and if it wants to charge me a premium rate for whatever reason, I go to Lyft, and they are usually a few beats behind the reason there is a premium charge. Now that makes some sense for having both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 Like to be argumentative huh? Surprise. It's called a medallion in NYC, a diamond in Nassau, etc. The name doesn't matter. It's all a licensing game that's regulated by county cronies who definitely lose more fees with Uber than they get with regular cabs. The taxi licenses are not owned by individual drivers, but by the companies. The main reason the taxis lost in NYC is because Kalanick launched a massive Twitter campaign by users who flooded the city officials with complaints if Uber was to be shut down. There's no way city hall was going to stand up to that much popular outrage. Uber hasn't been able to get the same groundswell of support outside NYC. And it hasn't been for the lack of trying Not arguing. I'm well aware that in NYC, the owner of the medallion is the owner of the cab/license. I've been saying this in several posts. That large group of wealthy individuals, despite a formidable lobby and lots of money, could not defeat a twitter campaign. The groundswell of support outside of NYC/LI for Uber is not because of some powerful suburban/small city cabal of "medallion/diamond" owners (doesn't exist), it's because the demand for Uber outside of NYC is miniscule. Everyone with a car drives themselves. The demand for cabs and Uber or any car service in Buffalo/Rochester/LI is almost nonexistent compared to the city, which is dependent on hired driving. It is as you alluded to: the demand is what won the day for Uber in NYC. Demand, if it grows, will do the same in the rest of the state. Some Buffalo or Rochester state legislature member getting a few thousand bucks from...who?, "the powerful upstate cab lobby"? won't sway a politician with thousands of constituents screaming at him/her for Uber. That demand isn't significant yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebug Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 When I was a kid we used to call Uber GETING INTO A CAR WITH A TOTAL STRANGER! You mean just like getting into a cab? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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