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Finding a taxi in Paris at night can be an ordeal, so besides regulating the competition, what's the rationale behind banning a low-cost, on-demand alternative?
by applecore 12y ago
Finding a taxi in Paris at night can be an ordeal, so besides regulating the competition, what's the rationale behind banning a low-cost, on-demand alternative?
- chippy 12y ago>“Currently, those who use UberPop are not protected in case of an accident,” he added. “So not only is it illegal to offer the service, but for the consumer, it’s a real danger."
- wuliwong 12y agoThis really confused me as the article ended with " On its French driver recruiting website, it assures applicants that they do not need any insurance beyond what is standard for their vehicles. All UberPop trips are covered by commercial liability insurance with a $5 million per accident maximum, it says, that covers any damage or injuries caused by the driver." So which is it?