> The idea that the taxis are corrupt and despicable is 100% Uber/Lyft propaganda. I just can't see how that could be said with any seriousness unless you've n

> The idea that the taxis are corrupt and despicable is 100% Uber/Lyft propaganda. I just can't see how that could be said with any seriousness unless you've never used a taxi. I'm not saying Uber/Lyft are without their own faults. I've never really had /that/ much experience with taxis, but on my few interactions encountered in the US: * (after arriving at the destination) Sorry, my credit card machine is broken. I can drive you to an ATM if you'd like? This is a common taxi scam and many places have laws to protect against it. After arguing they pull out the old slide machine. * When traveling only the minimum fare distance, "These trips really aren't allowed." * Use their website to schedule a few days before my flight--nobody shows. Call their dispatch phone number, "Oh, the website never really works. Someone will be there in 40 minutes." A taxi shows up over an hour later.