The stark difference between operational costs and earnings has prompted drivers to opt for the No AC campaign, which aims to save on expenses but leads to discomfort for passengers.
In a letter to transport minister Ramalinga Reddy, the influential interest group protested the fixed cab fares mandated by the state government, which will have to be followed by ride-hailing firms like Uber, Ola and Rapido, as well as non-app-based city taxis. The body, which counts over 600 internet firms including Big Tech firms like Google, Microsoft and Meta in its membership, said the flat fares in the absence of dynamic pricing would have a “chilling impact” on the states mobility ecosystem.
The order issued by Karnataka’s transport department has set uniform minimum fares for both app-based cabs and city taxis depending upon vehicle cost. This will require ride-hailing companies to rework their business models in the state and search for new ways to remain competitive.
Cab Rides: Commuting by cab, including app-based rides run by Ola and Uber, may soon end up getting more expensive, thanks to higher fares mooted in both Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad.
Uber may be charging users more if their phone s battery is critically low, a new report has claimed. While earlier reports had indicated about difference in fares while booking using iOS and Android phones, this claim is shocking. Uber has however, disputed the claims saying that the app is unable to measure a user s battery. Uber Charges More Cab Fares From Users If Their Phone Battery is Low, Claims Report; Company Denies Charge.