UnitedAlliance:


Do you love your Sister so?

I was wondering too

Car that can scatter on the road at any time.

ignis:
Honda can fall hands ....

True, one almost killed me and I was not even in the car. We thank God for life.

Keepmaster:
I just got a very fine Honda for Uber work oo. I no wan face ball joint palava oo

Contact me on 08085404500 via WhatsApp for an opportunity to increase your earnings in this business. Hope you are in Lagos? Other Uber/Taxify drivers are welcome.

You shouldn't generalize.

I know Jaja of Opobo. Nasarawa state governor is a gentleman, try to get his attention to investigate.

Never Expect Power Always (NEPA)

dru23:


Ok bro ..just let me known when u finally over take uber .. Wish you the best taxify can't even run uber out of town, so I guess you know something that we don't know ... even Dangote no fit chase uber out of Nigeria, that is if dangote decides to do what uber is doing... there is levels to this sh * t... it all comes down to money ..where dangote money stops, that is where uber starts. Uber that spends billions of dollars on self driving cars , if Nigeria spends that type of money, it will shake the Nigeria economy.. You too go feel am ... well wish you the best

Self-driving cars are even more reason why Nigerians would abandon Uber. This thread is dedicated to people whose job is predicated on self-driving cars not working in Nigeria. Before the technology becomes mainstream, it would probably take 50 years.

iyaegin:

The Internet NEVER forgets.....

So the beef don tey. But it's God that showers blessings at HIS time.
Let's ignore some things.

waleaimi:
i wish u guys the best of luck. heavy marketing is needed, get in touch with any of the top 10 marketing firm.

there is always an advantage working for a big financial firm(u will alway know ) , u get to know the next big thing after mtn listing . this will rule the market if it get it right.

Tuale fun Baba .

Make una tell some of your boys to come register O. Just tell them to call or WhatsApp 08085404500.

Drivers contacting me via WhatsApp on 08085404500 getting registered, getting started.

Requirements

✓Car model must be 2000 or newer
✓Car must have Lagos vehicle license
✓Driving with Uber or Bolt(Taxify) with an active profile OR Has a PCC specimen documents ( Police Character certificate)
Photo information required
*1. Photo of the vehicle from the front*
*2. Photo of Lagos vehicle licence*
*3. Photo of driver's licence (front side)*
*4. Photo of you holding your driver's licence.*
*5. Screenshot of Uber or taxify profile OR Photo of police character certificate.

We accept Sienna and Wagon too if the year matches.

I know drivers would be chasing me later, only sharp guys would make a move initially.

“I have a 2005 Honda Accord that always gives this problem: The front wheels keep falling off. First the left front wheel fell off while turning left at an intersection. Then the right one fell off while traveling 80km/h on the express.

Fortunately for me, there was another driver behind me when it happened, and he flipped on his lights while I struggled to one sloppy area. Just some days ago again, the left front wheel fell off, while I was turning left at a roundabout. My question is, Why Are Honda Accords like this? My mechanics told me it’s a design flaw that causes the weight of the car resting on the lower ball joint at the wheels. Is this really true?”
The above question was asked in a blog post and really showed how frustrated the individual was after a few dangerous experiences. If you drive a Honda or know someone who does, have you also experienced this?

Honda and of course, Toyota are the most popular car brands in Nigeria if not throughout the world. Infact, it’s most likely that the one reading this article right now is a Honda
or Toyota vehicle owner.

Honda without doubt has its own premium
quality. However, there are issues it brings to its users which can really be annoy ing. The common one we will be mentioning here is the ball joint . F or instance , i t can just pull off unexpectedly on highways, roundabouts, or any where as accurately described in the rant above.

Generally, there are two factors that can make a car wheels to just fall off.

First is if they're not fixed properly (i.e the lug nuts are not tightened well or they're rather overtightened). This can cause the wheel bolts to break. Second is if the ball joints fail.

If the wheel nuts happen to be intensely overtightened, this stresses and in turn weakens the wheel bolts. One bolt snapping means the pressure is transferred to the others - four doing the work of five. Before you know it, one more bolt snaps and the rest’s failure will be so rapid.
Ball joints are a very crucial suspension component found in nearly all modern automobiles. The front ball joints let the front wheels and suspension move backwards and forwards and also up and down whenever you turn your steering wheel.

Should a ball joint fracture or snap, the wheel immediately becomes totally free to go any direction it feels. This, consequently, can damage the car’s tire, fender and other related suspension components. You, as a driver, however ought to have been noticing a few symptoms because they will surely have been displayed if you were alert enough.
Here are four things to look out for:

1. Abnormal Vibration Coming From the Front of the Vehicle

Worn out ball joints become insecure in their sockets and shake vigorously as the vehicle is in motion. This vibration normally comes from the worn out ball joint, either from the left side or right of the vehicle. Sometimes, you will also feel this shaking through your steering wheel.

2. Noises From the Front Suspension

Another common sign is the noise you’ll hear coming from the vehicle’s front suspension. These are the loose ball joints rattling and striking each other in the sockets as the suspension goes up and down over the road. These noises become louder with deeper damage of the ball joint or until they finally fail and give out.

3 Steering Wheel Meandering to the Right or Left
Another very obvious sign of damaged ball joints is when the steering starts to meander or wander. The steering wheel normally should move straight if the wheels are in proper alignment and the ball joints are in good condition. Worn out ball joints therefore will make the vehicle steering to be wandering on its own.

4. Uneven Wear on Front Tires
You will discover here that the edges of your front tires are wearing down faster than the other sides of the tire tread. This sign is a bit difficult to see but worn out ball joints are most likely a cause. Whenever you notice any of the above signs, take time also to take a careful look at your tires and the inner treads. The wearing will show on either the inner or outer tread depicting it’s as a result of worn-out front ball joints.

The cars mostly vulnerable to this are cars on which the tires have been rotated frequently, over a long period of time. And where the mechanic might have overtightened the lug nuts times without number.

So for your Honda, it is advisable you have a mechanic you trust check your wheel bolts, and make sure they're not stripped or distorted. If you notice any abnormal wear or weakness, replace immediately all of the bolts and wheel nuts on all four wheels. It is likely all the others too were overtightened and therefore stripped.
You can always get a replacement here at Motormata . Our online catalog features the full range of aftermarket parts and accessories for many years and car models, so you're sure to find just the right ball joints and other car parts you need for your Honda or any other vehicle brand.

It is also reasonable for you to have your front end examined carefully on a regular schedule so you can see any wear and tear before they cause unfortunate incidents which could easily have been avoided.

Read more here

dru23:


Yes you are correct my brother.. Uber has been bleeding red and not making money ... but are u aware that Amazon took 20 years to be profitable? And who is the richest man on earth now ?

Amazon, not a good example. Uber has some seriously clever competitors that do a better job than Amazon's rivals.

Uber pulled in $11.3 billion in revenue in 2018, a 42 percent jump over the year before. And though its operating losses are still heavy—$3 billion in 2018—the company has slowed the bleeding, at least a bit, bringing operating losses down from $4.1 billion in 2017. Uber had 91 million active users at the end of 2018, 23 million more than a year earlier. Revenue growth, however, fell by half in 2018. This is due in part to the increasing might of Lyft, which is now snapping up users faster than its larger rival, but also because of tightening competition in meal delivery, where Uber’s big success story, Eats, is no longer growing as quickly.



https://www.wired.com/story/ubers-losing-less-moneybut-growing-less-too/

dru23:


Well make we dey see .. Hopefully it changes for better.. I don't see any company taking over uber.. Uber is too big ,uber has the money.. Uber can decide to do 2% commission for as long as they want ..just to kill any competition.. So the changes that you talk about, I hope they got bigger guns than uber.. This is not a matter of God o. God has nothing to do with it . This is reality here.. The only God willing I see is if uber decides to leave Nigeria or the government decides to regulate them to be favorable to Nigeria.. Or Nigerian drivers strike for two months or more collectively...

You are looking at only one end of the equation. Riders have needs too. Taxify is cheaper than Uber but we still have riders chasing coupons all over or people abandoning trips midway when Lagos traffic wants to turn them into debtors.

There's a lot Uber is not willing to tackle. It cannot afford to keep bleeding money.

Didi chased it out of China.

Epphy:


Good record...what he's saying is why asking to pay more (although you have a condition). Imagine the car spec is what you want, do you think it's wise that you are willing to pay the partner more than he's asking for?
In a business, it is said that one should minimize cost & maximize profit.

Trying to make an offer the partner won't refuse I guess.

prodriver1:

There are guys that pay 35k and still do repairs without any complain, I have them as friends. I have over 2 years experience... I wont post my earnings because the haters will come after me. I currently drive a Corolla 2006 30k delivery. My issue with my current partner is his attitude(rude abusive and negligence to repairs)I have NEVER defaulted his payment...

Your confidence is admirable.

I like this thread. We have a lot of real people. Maybe a few jesters too.

Met one of the fellows here earlier today. I hope he is not one of the people trading insults O.

dru23:


Yes I agree. But this is Nigeria, how many go hear word ..people just do what they like.. I even stated that if uber wanted to be fair.. They should at least charge half the price local cabs charges for ride . If local cabs are charging 3k naira to get to point A to B ,uber or bolt should charge half the price.. That is fair enough for now.. But in a situation that nobody wants to work together as a team, what person go do .. As a business man I just adapt and keep pushing.. The powers are not in my hands, but in drivers collectively.. Since they refuse I can't come and kill myself.. The only thing I can do for them is make sure I handle all repairs both major or minor myself.. Am here to run a business not charity organization

This game is about to be changed. Trust me, the market is going to turn upside down Godwilling.

dru23:


This why I encourage people to dump corolla and go for cars like a civic.. This same people that are buying corolla tokunbo up and down ,can easily switch to civic with a low or much lower landing cost.. I just don't want to spill out my secrets ,if only people can hear word,,, ditch the corolla, ditch the elantra.. But nope. How do they expect to recoup their money fast.. My plan down the line is to get enough cars ,good cars . And than reduce my weekly rental.. In the hopes that I will be able to attract good drivers .. For now my maintenance is low ,due to the fact that I do all my maintenance oil change, tires, mechanical stuff all myself.. All my drivers knows my mechanic, so if stuff breaks down they go to the mechanic directly .. But I think outside the box .. Either way it was nice chatting with you.. And may God bless all of our hustle

You probably should start giving tutorials.

lopzy:
A competent/honest driver needed. He/ She should have good rating with Uber/Taxify. Also be ready to provide referees who can vouch for you.


Corolla (2004--Bank Model) available for rental at #25k weekly

Call/text:08136074980

Sounds like a good deal. Please let your driver sign up on our new app O. Contact me on 08085404500 via WhatsApp to get started.

I am not sure the snake would extend the same kindness to people in the jungle.

Uncle Jonah

20dollarblogs:

ogataxi should create more awareness. You don't create an app like Uber and just expect drivers to sign up, drivers need riders, so get riders to use your app

#LOL True.

Publicity costs money which they might not have.

Stealth100:


And have you checked uber's ultimate goal? To develop driverless cars that will eliminate the need for them to partner with car owners/drivers. In other words, to eliminate drivers completely.

So the current model is just a means to an end. Drivers in America know this and the basis of their last strike was for them to be made full time employees of uber with health and retirement benefits instead of just partners, since uber sets all the condition.

The result of the protest and lawsuit? Uber committed $20million in bonus and special packages for their drivers in America just so they can go PLC.

Even this does not assure there will be no further law suits challenging their business model. In 9ja, we are sleeping hard. Even the slightest request, we can not make from these companies when we have so much collective power.

To be honest, I think investors are going to get fed-up at some point and will demand profits. So far, the company hasn't shown it knows how to make it.

slamstanlee:
possible or not?

Must happen for us to make progress.

Stealth100:


Improvement doesn't exist in some people's dictionary. Uber can never be more profitable than it is already.

It is not making a profit globally actually. What is keeping it going is additional capital from investors it keeps raising.

She expose the courier please.

mrvitalis:

Accept the simple truth imo state is the most educated site

Im done with this argument

LOL.

You guys should stop the fights. There is always something to learn and a way to improve your business.

classicdonsimon:
Nigerian's let stop deceiving others and tell them the Truth.
I am an Uber and Taxify driver. I owe my ride and I driver by myself at my free period.
Let's get it straight.
These companies are just making huge amount of money for themselves without considering the drivers, they only care about the rider.

Now let's analyse these points:

1. Uber has slashed their riders fee to 40% in order to get the riders to keep coming back, that is to say if a Ride was calucated to be N1,000 in 2017, now it's N600. The 40% slash is not going into the drivers pocket, it's a discount that goes into the thin air. Inside that 600 that was charged, 25% goes to uber and 75% goes to the driver. Let share it, uber takes 150, driver takes 450(fuel, maintenance, car owners money, pocket money and your feeding included).

2. Considering Lagos Traffic still these companies make fares look very miserable at the end of a journey.
E.g. A trip from Ojuelegba to Lasu from was calculated to be 2,600 although there was no Traffic but the road is terrible. Before I ended the ride the lady was like "I hope it won't exceed 5,000" in my mind I smiled because I was expecting to see more than 5k. Funny enough I saw 2,600 with my mortuary standard AC and fuel, I was MAD. Can you believe that on my way coming back there was no order going back to Surulere from that zone I had to run empty and was in a traffic for almost 2hrs and I got to my office by 10:14am. This is ridiculous I said, I laid a complaint and they told me that the fare was calculated appropriately. Ok I chill.

A normal Taxi will consider a lot of things into factor before taking you to that place:
A. Distance
B. Traffic
C. Chances of not getting a rider back
D. Fuel
E. Stress
F. Vehicle maintenance. Etc
G. Don't forget oh! He is not putting Ac for you.
H. Accident (God guide us)

Driving is strictly a mental stress job, in doing mental stress work you age quickly and that is while 96% of drivers in this country grow white hairs quickly. It's not as a result of age it's the mental stress attached to it.
*Foreign companies pay more on a mental stress job because they understand the predicament attached to it*

Second instance
How can you charge 1800 from the same Ojuelegba to ogba in Ikeja after heavy traffic in the evening. This is really madness.
Come on, I understand that you need to stay in business but not at the drivers detriment, because they are really the finger that feeds you companies.
We all understand how heavy traffic is in the evening from 4-8pm and you still give funny bills. These riders comfort is really guaranteed why is the comfort not reflecting in their bills?

3. Drivers account for 35k-40k a week to the car owners. I want to ask, all these non-calculating drivers that accept such deals, is it the same business they are doing with it or are they running inter-state because that is better.

A lot of these guys don't seem to have much responsibility, most of them live in someone's house and pay no rent and they take care of themselves alone. Please you should think twice let's work something out.

Maximum you can make a week after all the hard work if you follow Uber and Bolt rules is 35-40k per week after expenses, you pay car owners 35k you are left with 5k. Hmmmmm! how can you rely on <10k per week for a mentally drained job like driving?

4. A typical nigeria don't read T/C before accepting, I accepted anyways but I am seriously complaining to them but believe me a lot of people are ready to accept even if it kills them. So the company feels reluctant about my complaints.

5. Friday, Saturdays and Sundays, are peak periods Yes I agree. My people don't consider a lot of factors, car repairs likewise maintenance are very expensive. Your stress, your life span?

Americans understood these fact which I know that our own conditions are far worst than theirs and they still went on strike. My brother if we strike for 1 month alone, these guys will be greatly affected and think twice.

99% of Nigeria females stays at the back and complain with their bad mouth, these are girls who don't even have Ac in their houses and when they come in they talk to you like their personal drivers with heavy authority. Lol, but this is one of the side attractions.

Me and you have decided to work hard and that doesn't mean that we should work our Ass out to make very little money. Working hard is good but working smart is fun. Together we can works wisely.

Bring in your experiences let's shear and tackle issues.

Thanks and drive safe.

You can register on our new international app too. 0% rates for 6 months and less than 10% after that. Striking hurts income but I am offering a viable alternative. Contact me via WhatsApp on 08085404500.

anikum:
This Uber drive biz us not it at all..
After driving for abt 5hrs...earning a ridiculous fare amt of N5157... Its unimaginable...
I drove marina to iganmu in some hold-up...and charged N502.. And many of sort..
Dis is not fair nah.
Upon all..enter lastma trap again..charged me 5k if i dnt want to go to deir office.
..plz house i xrive on Uber..maybe i shud port to bolt.. Is d price ok on bolt.
Im angry as i dey so..

It would be better if you and the rider agreed fare ahead of trip.

I have an app that does that.

I can register you if you contact me on WhatsApp 08085404500. Introduce yourself properly so that I can attend to you properly too. Don't just type "Hi" and expect me to respond. Too busy for that kind of slow back and forth please.

The app works already but expect Bonanza when it officially launches in Lagos soon.

I am really trying to hekp a new generation if drivers. Up to you if you want to be one of them. This doesn't disturb your Uber and Bolt/Taxify too.