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By: London cabs win hands down | New York Taxi News

London cabs win hands down | New York Taxi News — Mon, 02 Apr 2007 08:01:00 +0000

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By: Shripriya

Shripriya — Thu, 15 Mar 2007 02:43:46 +0000

@ Worrymom – Thanks for the advice. Yes, I’ve read the bill of rights, I just feel rude asking them to stop talking – after all, they shouldn’t be doing it in the first place, as you mention. But, I think the time has come to start demanding some service!

Also, I have had a couple of great cab rides since my post – both in the newer SUV-type cabs that are more spacious and updated. The drivers were also courteous – greeted me and thanked me! I even took a picture of one because the driver had it set up with a GPS and his iPod dock. Very cool indeed.

By: Worrymon

Worrymon — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 16:23:03 +0000

Just to let you know, as a resident of NYC and frequent user of taxis, it is illegal for taxi drivers to use their cell phones while they are working, hands-free device or not. They aren’t allowed to do it It’s also listed on your bill of rights (which is bolted to the back of the driver’s seat in any metered cab).

In addition, please remember that tipping may be customary, but it is in no way required. You are the customer. If, in your mind, he doesn’t drive safely, is rude, talks on the phone, smells or in any way doesn’t live up to your expectations of a ride, then by all means, withhold the tip and let the cabbie know why! (also, let them know when they do a good job). Get out of the car, ask for your money back and say “I’m not tipping because you used your cell phone” or something like that.

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Math test responses at Almost As Good As Chocolate — Mon, 05 Mar 2007 02:26:55 +0000

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By: Smitha

Smitha — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 18:29:23 +0000

Nice post Shri!
I agree with indianoguy! The cabs in Edi are much better. And man they sure know hwere they are headed to!

By: indianoguy

indianoguy — Tue, 05 Dec 2006 20:30:40 +0000

I agree, I haven’t used them much in London, but lot of times in Glasgow and Edinburgh. Apparently the cabs in Edinburgh are much better. One cab driver told me that it costs 50000 pounds and he earns close to 2000 pounds a month by just working 7-8 hours per day. One more thing I observed is lot of them are well travelled. Most of them have been to India at least once in their lifetime. Without exception every driver I have met has a great sense of humour.

I certainly miss them, you would feel like royalty once you get inside.

By: sundeep

sundeep — Fri, 01 Dec 2006 20:21:06 +0000

love the bulleted list Wish i could make it to London and NYC to see for myself. never been in an LA taxi, so can’t speak for ‘em….

By: MumbaiGirl

MumbaiGirl — Tue, 28 Nov 2006 21:03:42 +0000

As a Londoner I fume about public transport costs all the time and how expensive cabs are, but I agree with everything you say.