Originally Posted by
IraqVet505
I understand that Uber has made it falsely known in recent years that tipping is not necessary, or that "Tipping is included in the ride". All that is a Load of crap. You tip your server right? You tip your Barber Right? You tip your concierge, bellhop and Other staff at hotels right? Then how the hell is this any different. How Flippin hard is it to TIP YOUR DRIVER, as long as they provide a great service for you. News Flash! Some of us enjoy what we do and love meeting Pax and providing that service, but we DO NOT make hand over fist on your rides.
You already explained how it's different: Uber made it known in recent years that tipping is not necessary. Beyond that, Uber's app promotes a cashless experience.
Also keep in mind that tipping is not only *not* customary in many parts of the world, it's actually discouraged.
Originally Posted by
IraqVet505
Let me explain. Look at how much Uber has SLASHED driver pay and raised our fees. Too many times. Some drivers are reporting g less than $7/Hr after maintenance and operating costs. Just like the rest of the industry, WE NEED THE TIPS TOO. Uber Drivers deserve the same tipping courtesy as everyone else.
If driving for Uber doesn't make financial sense, drive for someone else or do some other job. I'm sorry if this comes across as blunt or insensitive, but it's a simple reality. Lyft, for example, allows for in-app tips -- maybe that's a more financially rewarding option for you.
Originally Posted by
IraqVet505
Yes Uber is a "Cashless" system and a Hassle-Free environment but for the love of Pete PLEASE TIPHONE, just a few bucks isn't going to hurt you, heck even a cool 5 spot would be great considering we are saving you and your 3 Drunk friends a trip to the Slammer and a D-DUB for yourself.
If you acknowledge that Uber is cashless,
for the love of Pete PLEASE stop asking for a cash tip. If and when Uber adds the ability to provide a tip through their app, then you'll have a leg to stand on. Until then, demanding that people carry sufficient "5 spots" in local currency to look after Uber drivers reeks of entitlement and unreasonableness.
By the way, you're not keeping me and my 3 drunk friends out of the slammer; my planning and maturity to not drive is what's keeping me out of jail.