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The culture of Lyft (which will merge with the culture of Uber over time I believe) has been more friendly, more conversational where I live. I always sit up f
by jngreenlee 9y ago
The culture of Lyft (which will merge with the culture of Uber over time I believe) has been more friendly, more conversational where I live.
I always sit up front and talk with the person, learn what else they do, how long they've lived in the area.
When I try this with Uber (esp in SF), they often show me a thumb pointing towards the backseat instead!
- pavel_lishin 9y agoI find that very odd; I haven't noticed that much of a difference between any of the taxi-like apps I've used. I almost always end up sitting in the front, especially in Austin. Plus, don't most drivers drive for both companies at the same time?
- jngreenlee 9y agoNot all, surprisingly! I find a lot of Lyft-only drivers when I'm riding. Their lease/rent programs have helped this.
- cfreeman 9y agoHere in Portland almost every driver uses both apps so I don't find a difference in driving. I prefer Uber simply because there's less expectation of tipping and the price is about the same.
- criddell 9y ago> there's less expectation of tipping What on earth gave you that idea?
- ihsw2 9y agoI have never experienced this, always sat up front. Hundreds of rides.
- carb 9y agoThat's a surprising experience, I take an Uber at least 2-3 times a week in the bay area and I sit up front almost every single time, unless I have a package with me. I have never been asked to sit in the backseat, even after >700 Uber rides.