I've never understood why there's the threat of police force if you offer taxi services outside of a centrally-determined pricing structure. (I've heard arguments explaining why it's necessary, but haven't seen a solid argument advanced yet.)
When I visited New York two years ago, I was amazed at how efficient and cheap the New York taxi service was.
I didn't notice too many Americans driving the cabs though.
I live in a town in Scotland that has more taxis per captia than any other town or city in Europe, and it's never difficult to get hold of a cab - but the prices are farcical at times.
In New York, I travelled the length of Manhattan and paid about $7 for the trip.
In my home town, a journey that length would have cost me double, at least.
my only experience with NYC cabs is careening through central park to get back to the hotel. fun, when you're 18. i also recall observing that every cab has been banged up at least once or twice.
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John DowdellMar 05, 2004 at 2:38PM
I've never understood why there's the threat of police force if you offer taxi services outside of a centrally-determined pricing structure. (I've heard arguments explaining why it's necessary, but haven't seen a solid argument advanced yet.)
AmitMar 05, 2004 at 6:12PM
(Fine with me, I almost never take cabs.)
Wow. What a pointless addition to that link, thanks for the cockyness jason.
PaulMar 05, 2004 at 8:05PM
Cockyness! What?
jkottkeMar 05, 2004 at 9:16PM
Wow. What a pointless addition to that link, thanks for the cockyness jason.
Wow. What a pointless addition to this thread. Thanks for the perplexing comment, Amit.
MartinMar 06, 2004 at 7:08AM
When I visited New York two years ago, I was amazed at how efficient and cheap the New York taxi service was.
I didn't notice too many Americans driving the cabs though.
I live in a town in Scotland that has more taxis per captia than any other town or city in Europe, and it's never difficult to get hold of a cab - but the prices are farcical at times.
In New York, I travelled the length of Manhattan and paid about $7 for the trip.
In my home town, a journey that length would have cost me double, at least.
PeterMar 06, 2004 at 11:27AM
my only experience with NYC cabs is careening through central park to get back to the hotel. fun, when you're 18. i also recall observing that every cab has been banged up at least once or twice.
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