I think all of your assertions are wrong. Not only do Uber drivers have some ability to choose pickups, taxi drivers are usually required to pick up the passeng

I think all of your assertions are wrong. Not only do Uber drivers have some ability to choose pickups, taxi drivers are usually required to pick up the passenger. Tipping is allowed with Uber. Uber does not take a percentage of tips. Many/most drivers drive for multiple services. I've never heard of the messages you reference.