> In nearly every case it’s for the same reason we regulate taxis, which is that we tried not regulating it and were unhappy with the outcomes. Ironically, her

> In nearly every case it’s for the same reason we regulate taxis, which is that we tried not regulating it and were unhappy with the outcomes. Ironically, here in Phoenix, they used to regulate taxis but now they don't since those rules were too much for Uber/Lyft to legally comply with. They didn't regulate supply like the other cities but the cabs would have to get a sticker from Weights & Measures once a year that ensured they complied with things like proper insurance, the meter operated correctly, prices were clearly marked on the outside, &etc... Also had on the road spot checks by Weights & Measures and passengers had a phone number to call if there was some sketchiness going on with their rides. Once the Weights & Measures started hunting the Uber/Lyft "illegal livery service vehicles" the laws changed so now there's no longer anyone ensuring the cabs uphold even a minimum standard -- though, honestly, 99.9% of the iffy cabs were squeezed out of the market since they simply can't compete with SV billionaires trying to put them out of business. These days the cabs you see running around the Phoenix area are mostly just hauling people to/from doctors appointments through insurance company accounts.