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Please do you have similar experience on Taxify?
Would you like to share your experience?

ridwanadedapo:
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qLast time I was in this situation, I was in the trip already and the lady has to do shopping, after waiting for 15mins, I politely called her that I have a flat tyre and I have to go fix it, it was a cash trip and I ended the trip with out collecting the money. The second day I just wrote UBER, rider didn’t pay and I was refunded. You have to work smart. uote author=iamoracle post=64869555]

Any answer for dis?

I am currently using the 2006 model of the Camry.
And yes! It's 2.4lts engine too.
The first thing you need to do is know the fuel consumption rate of your car. How do you do that?
Register on Uber or Taxify and drive it yourself for a month. Ensure you deliver 35k weekly to a savings account you won't touch and go for it after one month test running.
After one month, you will be able to know how the business runs, the fuel consumption if it is sustainable, any mechanical in the interim will surface and should be fixed with the safe money.
Thereafter, you can look for a good driver who will be able to replicate your one month trial.

ameristu:
Hello guys,

I want to put a 2007 Toyota Camry on Uber/Taxify, I want to find and give a driver to drive. Is it a profitable car on Uber/Taxify?

It is a 2.4liter engine.

Yes.
Uber and Taxify have effected the changes.

myquestion:
Has anyone passed the Lekki toll, did d price change on the app?

Their is no shortcut to climbing palm tree Bro.
I guess you know what that means

Haderbayor123:
Hello to the house, please I need your help, how can I link a vehicle to my taxify app without going to taxify office. Please your response is highly needed. Thanks

LOL @ "small boy".
So reverse is the case now right?
You need to fear the forces from Romeo3's village.

Ifeanyimark:
As at 10am today, was already on 50k before taxify struck, went for d inspextion, i saw 102 names on the list, that is 102 new drivers, fear catch me will go back tomorrow. Would have shown romeo that he is a small boy

All advice to stay away from the ride are in order. But, their is no harm in trying. For one thing, if the ride is neat and engine still sharp, you will get plenty offline clients who will like the comfort of the ride. Acura MDX is high-end Honda. Just like Lexus is to Toyota.
But you have to be smart to know where to get premium clients. One pointer is International and Local Airports.
Give it a try and let us know how it goes by feeding us back on your experience.

afrosolomon:
Good day everyone. Please I need your advice. A friend wants to give me his Acura mdx 2004 vehicle for 30k a week and he will be the one to fix any fault that shows up. Please what do you guys think. It's my first time. Thanks.

chillex8:
Funny that nobody has complained of not getting his 50k weekly, ofcourse T&C applied

So

It seems you dont know Lagos very well.
You better buy power bikes for your "monitoring" if you want to achieve the statement in bold below.

Carshopper:
I also drive na... monitoring in terms of any car that breaks down on the road, we will be there as fast as possible ... remember we try to eliminate/reduce down times best ways we can

Na monitoring spirit...

bily:
Bros, I no understand this your narrative o. Will this but least to extra expenses that's otherwise avoidable?

Abeg, enlighten me

Not too bad yet. But you need to watch it. Especially if your cancellation is more than your competed trip, then you risk being blocked.
if you are in an area you dont like, go offline and move away from that area and go online again when you are sure you are ready to work.
your 5star rating also shows you are newbs.
Keep grinding untill you learn all the tricks.

pooozeee:
Cancelled only three times and I got 27% deducted in my cancel rate
Am I still okay with this % ?

If I may ask, what does smartness mean to you sir?

In his God given wisdom, King Solomon made the following proverbial saying:

"He that passeth by, and meddleth with strife belonging not to him, is like one that taketh a dog by the ears." (Proverbs 26:17 - King James Version)

"As one grabbing hold of the ears of a dog is anyone passing by that is becoming furious at the quarrel that is not his." (Proverbs 26:17 - Reference Bible)

That is not smartness.

jpworld:
Honestly, I expect you to be smarter than this.

This so called ogunvic41 fleet managers are seeing this business from one perspective, drivers!!!(because they are drivers) Meanwhile nobody is asking owners how they manage to get 2m to buy a car, instead of owners enjoying the luxury of the car, they throw it out for taxi purposes, hoping they recouped their investment.
Nobody is telling owners, there could be land he will buy for 2m in 2 years will be selling for more than 5m.

ogunvic41 and romeo3 knew, most investors will be interest when they hear 50k weekly return, by the time u call them, you are hooked, no alternatives, just stick to them and pray to god to succeed.

ogunvic41 and romeo3 opinions are the final, dont argue with them, they own share holders in uber, keep quite until they finish talking.

I honestly agreed with you that your "anger cannot be fully understood."
Going by your explanation I honestly see many lapses. But, I will not want to comment on the side concerning @Ogunvic until seeing what he had to say. Although @Romeo3 already alluded to the fact that you both have issues which will be treated outside NL.
I strongly believe they will make further statement in due course.
However, if you want me to bear my mind truthfully to you, please quote me. I see areas where you made mistakes.

prodigyx1:
My anger right now can't be fully understood.

This guy called Ogunvic (Ogunleye Kayode) is the most foolishly proud, arrogant and irresponsible person I have ever met.

I'LL TRY TO EXPLAIN IN DETAILS


Towards the end of last year December I was fortunate to meet the Mech Specialist Mr Gazzuzz who sold me a faultless Tokunbo Toyota Corolla. After negotiations and all documents handed over I decided to meet Ogunvic and try out his over exaggerated Fleet Management.

We scheduled a couple of meetings and a few calls and in all he was very boastful about the system he runs and kept guaranteeing its 'foolproof'. Here's a summary of his terms and conditions:

Partner to handle all maintenance and mechanical faults.
Repairs to be handled by the insurance company will be treated "DULY".
FleetXpert agrees to "Notify" partner of any mechanical problems with the vehicle.
Partner provides "N30, 000 worth of Fuel + Total Card"
Partner to provide driver with
A Brand New Phone
Spectranet 4G Modem
Car Charger

In the event of unfortunate events Fleetexpert pays Partner 60% of whatever driver makes after fuel cost deduction "before the unfortunate event".

After he then added an eye sore that Partner to pay N20,000 Driver Registration Fee which was not included in the contract. I specifically told him that's not possible cuz I see no reason for such from the partner.

As at the time I had no cash on me for all he listed and I asked him to handle the 15k Spectranet, 30k fuel, 1k total card and getting fire extinguisher, car wash and floor carpets and car charger (estimated around 10k) totaling approximately 56k. I told him to deduct 20k off the weekly agreed till its fully paid off and he reluctantly agreed. I went ahead and got his specified phone.

Being concerned about my car and its usage plus stories I read here on Nairaland about car theft and vandalism since most drivers don't have gated parking space. I asked him to search for a driver living around the mainland (preferably any in and around Surulere, Akoka, Anthony, Maryland, Isolo) and for security I asked the car be parked in my office complex which was by the bus stop expressway so it's easy for the driver to come out and pick up. With this I can also keep an eye on the conditions of my car. This offer was obviously turned down. He gave his reasons so I agreed.

I further asked if whenever I needed to use the car for work delivery or outing the driver could assist with discounted payment for service rendered and he agreed.

All doubts crosschecked I made up my mind to entrust him with the car regardless. On Friday 5th of January I handed over the car. He agreed to get a driver and do all necessary arrangements for the car to begin work as soon as possible.

Next day I checked my tracker and saw series of movements between Magboro in ogun state, lekki, ilupeju and ikeja. I called him to ask if he got a driver and didn't let me know but he wasn't picking so I asked Mr reliable Gazzuzz and he explained to me that he lives in magboro, works around ilupeju and has an office in lekki. So I relaxed even with sadness about the car gaining so much miles and no money to show. Kayode later called and with a tone said he wasn't going to continue with me. I called back apologized and explained my concern and we resolved the matter. He said he'll try to get a driver soon.

On Monday 8th he informed me he got a driver (Emmanuel Offikwu) staying at Agege and he's concluding discussions. So with hope work will start. According to the driver he started work on Thursday even though tracker shows lekki movements Wednesday and overnight. I found out later from Driver that the day he collected the car he took it to a mechanic to fix the silencer cuz it was damaged by Ogunvic and he kept it from me (remember the agreement signed). Now I kept silent.

By Tuesday 16th I called Ogunvic Kayode and asked for an update on my pay. He said driver made around 57k and he would make calculations and give me a breakdown. I said ok and waited. 2 days later nothing sent. I called and he said busy and I should remember I owed him. I still said no problem let me just know the breakdown so I know whats left or not. But by weekend kayode still didn't send anything.

Now according to kayode, driver remits monday evenings, he makes calculations and sends money to partners on Tuesdays. So by Tuesday I was hopeful I'll get a call this time.

In the evening around 6pm, I got a call from the driver and the news was he had an accident. While reversing he bashed into another car at lekki. Matters escalated and the car was in the police station. I asked since when he said on Sunday 21st. I asked if kayode was informed he said yes, on Monday. He said he was trying to handle the matter quietly but since it'll involve the insurance company to fix he decided to call me. He also told me he made 80k+ and gave Kayode 60,000 and he bought 7k full tank and 4k extra in keg. After his call I called Kayode and without blaming him for not telling me as per the contract I asked what he was doing to resolve it. He said he would call the other car owner and negotiate for car to leave station for repairs. I said ok no problem. I immediately called the insurance company (Axa Mansard) and with no hesitation the very nice lady (Taiwo who I also got from Mr Reliable Gazzuzz) said no problems, I should provide pictures of both cars, police report and repair estimates and that in a few days it'll be done. I smiled and thanked God for insurance.

Next morning Wednesday around 10am I called Kayode to ask how far, he said he had stuffs to do and will find time later in the afternoon to see the third party and apologize and issue a post dated check and avoid the police. This is a matter already at the Police Station.

He said he just got to know on Tuesday and I told him I didn't care and all I wanted was the car out ASAP. (All this while I was speaking calmly and he's the type that when he's speaking he wants you to take his opinion but when you speak he'll keep interrupting and press his opinion whenever there's a problem.)

He said I was blaming him and he got angry and told me if I don't want to "LISTEN" to him I should go and get the car out myself. I ended the call.

For a car that's been at the police station going to 4 days Kayode still has stuffs to do and my car was not important enough.

I called the driver and asked for the third party number. I called and he said we could meet at the station since he was close and that the police were even asking for the car owner to confirm insurance. I left my office immediately, went home to get all original papers and insurance certificate, I called the driver and asked him to join us so we resolved everything. I took an UBER and after 30mins on trip I called the driver only for him to tell me Kayode asked him not to come. I tried everything to explain to him the importance of him being there to witness any discussion but still he was adamant about coming.

Now my fire was burning very bad.


I got to the Lekki station where the car was and the police woman in charge told me the other guy had waited almost 2 hrs but left minutes before I arrived. The police further asked for the driver and I said he was on his way that we should start processing any thing.

She clearly refused and said all parties involved must be present to confirm who is who. So I was stuck. I tried to call the driver and after very many tries he didn't pick. The police also called and he didn't pick up. I called the third party and he said once the driver comes I should let him know and he'll return.

At this point I had to narrate this story to the police lady who asked for Kayode's number and called him. In my presence she asked kayode to come over so everything can be resolved amicably. Kayode bluntly refused and said whenever he has chance he'll come. According to the police lady she said Kayode was arrogant and rude and I noticed her say kayode should chill since she was the one calling with her own credit he had no right to shout at her or refuse her talking. Kayode kept saying if he's to come it'll be later in the evening that he was busy. The lady was shocked and said is he expecting the 2 car owners to wait all day till evening when he has chance.

She referred me to the case section and the DCO asked an officer to follow us to the Kayode's office there in Lekki. We got there in pretence as clients for the secretary and as expected Kayode wasn't there. I was told by the police to file a different case against him at the ilupeju station close to Kayode's usually location for defrauding. So I left.

On my way I called Mr Reliable Gazzuzz and narrated my situation he asked me to calm down and give him chance to speak to kayode.

Few minutes later Kayode called me and stupidly said the reason he asked the driver to wait was because driver didn't have transport fare and he was to send him money but was busy. That he'll send soon. I said no problem so I faced home. By the time I got home around 5pm the driver called and was apologizing that he didn't have cash and also went to the hospital for treatment and that's why he didn't pick. I said no problem, call the other party and schedule a meeting time and inform me so we all settle the matter.

Next day Thursday I called the driver and he said the other guy agreed to Friday.

Friday morning around 9am I called the driver and he said he was on his way to the station and the other guy said to meet by 11am. I quickly got dressed and called Kayode and he said the driver told him the night before and he'll be leaving home soon that he'll pick me up at my office so we can go together. I told him driver was on his way there so I'll wait. By 10:30, kayode said he's almost at my place. I called the driver and to my surprise he said Kayode asked him to wait at his ilupeju location so we could all go together.

11am I called Kayode and he said he's close. Called driver and he said no sign of kayode. I called the other guy and acted like I didn't know there was a fixed time. He said he was at the station and waiting for the driver who he agreed to meet. So to buy time I said I was coming and he should please wait.

11:30am no sign of kayode so I called an UBER and left. I called the driver and told him to inform kayode I will go ahead amd they should meet me there. Getting close to the station I called Kayode and he said he had to handle certain things but will be leaving soon. When I got to the station I met the Gentleman waiting in the heat. He obviously wasn't happy and asked for the driver. I said they were coming. After a few minutes I called Kayode and he said they were coming, further said he didn't want anything to do with police and I said not a problem. We can speak with the guy outside and the driver and I can go in resolve the issue and be gone. For him coming is just to assist the driver incase he needs to pay money to the police or make negotiations or stand as his guarantor.

After 1 hour no sign of kayode nor the driver and the other guy vexing and me consoling. Driver stopped picking his calls.

I decided to plead with the police and ask if anything else can be done, I wrote a statement and she sent to the DPO. The DPO gave the condition that I first fix the other guys car and mine remains till its done.

Till now, kayode hasn't called, driver hasn't called.

This is someone who claims to run a Fleet Management Company. No regard for Partner, No remorse whatsoever.

My car still seats at the Police Station pending the quote from the other guy who says his car was bought brand new and as it's still under warranty can't give it to any mechanic except the car manufacturer. Who he says will get repair quote out by Monday.

That's the current situation and he's here still advertising for more cars to collect and damage while ripping off partners and favoring drivers.

Note I have call records on the Wednesday and yesterday Friday between kayode and I. I have tried attaching but doesn't seem to load.

No offense meant Bro.
Cheers!

bily:
You are right,Just saw an option to 'enter destination later' still wondering what's the benefit of that option to the rider or driver except rider is planning to negotiate offline trip which actually do not favor uber/taxify

@ in bold...Assumptions simply part of a thought process, no need for unnecessary drama

Thanks for the clarification

yhemster:
How did the passenger got hold of the car key though?

We dont know for certain. But the Driver said "I came down".

bily:
As a rider, I know I had to put in my destination before I am matched with a driver.

1. No. You only need to input your pickup point/Location to request a ride.

bily:
So let's assume at the point of matching, the driver does not see my destination and accepts the trip.

2. "Assumption is a mother of all f***ups." The driver does not see riders destination before accepting request.

bily:
Shouldn't the driver see my destination when he actually starts the trip?

3a. Yes. He will if you as a rider put your pickup location and destination while requesting the ride.

3b. No. If you did not put destination when requesting the ride.

bily:
at what point do drivers see riders destination?

4. After starting the trip.

bily:
How come the driver is claiming he started the trip and there was no destination?

5. If the rider did not put destination, the driver will see a blank destination after starting the trip.

bily:
I don't think it's possible to even request a trip without setting your destination as a rider

6. Again, don't assume. Read numbers 1 to 5 again.

bily:
Still trying to figure out how this E- hailing apps work, especially from a drivers end.

As a rider, I know I had to put in my destination before I am matched with a driver.

So let's assume at the point of matching, the driver does not see my destination and accepts the trip.

Shouldn't the driver see my destination when he actually starts the trip? Or at what point do drivers see riders destination?

How come the driver is claiming he started the trip and there was no destination? I don't think it's possible to even request a trip without setting your destination as a rider, or is it?

@pooozeee, let me analyse it in another way if it will further help you or anyone in case of future reoccurence.

The following map originated from your post I am quoting or replying to. I just have to zoom into the map area which is what matter most.
Now, I want you to first forget any grammar that preceeded the map so as to have an open mind.
For the next 10 seconds, please look at the first picture below and try to see if you could identify something that is wrong with it.

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Ok. Now let us look at the second picture together.
You will notice 4 additions to the second picture. Namely, 1, 2, Irregular Red Circle and Green Circle respectively.
How did that got there
I added them
The number 1 is where you pick your rider ( i.e 96, Adeniran Ogunsanya St, Surulere.)
The Green Circle on the map confirms that your trip began at Adeniran Ogunsanya St, Surulere. That's cool right? YES!
Number 2 is where your rider drop off. (i.e Adekunle Kuye St., Animashahun, Surulere).
The Red Circle on the map shows that your trip did not end at point number 2, but ended at the beginning of Akerele Street, (beside Alhaji Masha/Adeniran Ogunsanya flyover bridge) as against Adekunle Kuye St, Animashahun.
Did you just ask, 'How is that suppose to be my concern?'

The Orange lines addition to the 3rd picture answer that question.
Can you see that perfect straight line from point 2 to point 3 on the map?
Can you please tell me if you really drive through on that straight line ?
Simply put, Their is no such way to drive through smoothly from point 2 to 3 in that area.

Finally, look at the 4th picture.
Compare the blue highlighted area with the orange highlighted area. What can you deduce?
For me, I can see that your GPS did a very good job from the green to the red points in the blue highlighted area but failed or malfunctioned in the orange shaded area. Gaskiya walahi.

pooozeee:
This is not a phone problem, riders fraud was detected and it happens to all card trips not cash

To proof this to u, I had both cash and card trip yesterday, one of my card trip was OK and successful no issues while anoda card trip was deemed invalid as a result of fake ATM card used for the debit

All of my cash trip has no issues, this is common sense now, may b u were using a chinko fone wen u had a similar experience

Attached is anoda card trip that was deemed invalid as a result of riders fraud

He meant next week is payday

Ifeanyimark:
Whats happening next week?

Correct.
I received request consistently this morning until around 11:30am. Then nothing again for another 45mins after changing location. I just go offline on Uber straight.

ogunvic41:
Uber server/network had issues today,
many drivers didn't get request for over 6 hours, drivers experiencing this should switch to taxify...
WORK SMART AND LETS KEEP LAGOS MOVING

I know it's very painful, but that's the reality.
And please don't seize anybody's property ooo. O di dangerful.

Matoni:
Na wah oo! Na so 4800 plus hourd of queue wan go. Thanks

After reporting to Taxify. They will reply your mail asking you to provide details for pickup and dropoff.
Next, they will send mail to the rider asking for the money and possible reason for not paying.
They will send you an update message saying they've contacted your rider to pay the money. And goes further to inform you that if the person refuse to pay or reply their message, they will deactivate or block the person permanently. Abeg who deactivation hep
Note, the correspondence above will only happen if only you review the ride's price before ending the trip. Anything aside that, just forget it, they will tell you to review next time.

Matoni:
Hello. Has anyone had a situation where the rider refuses to pay? Please was it resolved after reporting to taxify and how was it resolved

Every present Government always want to out-do immediate past Government, whether same or opposition party (at least in Naija).
LASG has invested and is still investing in transport business, but You and I know very well that they've not take 20% of the business.
So why the panic about the future when the next administration will go the opposite direction of his predecessor just to make name?
"The more cars being registered on uber"? and who tells you Uber will not have been overtaken by another e-hailing app company? At that time, more Lagos Lagoon and further part of the Atlantic Ocean will have been sandfilled to accommodate plenty more people that will troop into Lagos Mega City (Land of opportunities). That means more riders, more money, more business, Not the other way round, because many more person will come to Lagos.
Bottom-line anything tagged government project or property only works when the brain behind the project is still in power, but dumped once another brain enters the seat.

Stealth100:
Never leave out the FUTURE. The govt didn't get it in the past doesn't mean they will not get it now. They just might. And even if they dont, there is a concept called "equilibrium" in economics. The more cars being registered on uber, the closer we are getting to the point of "equilibrium".
Diversify your portfolio and INVEST WISELY.

Very well said.
No matter how reckless a driver is, gasket burning within 5days of driving a car indicates fowl play from the partner.

GAZZUZZ:
you gave driver a faulty car.

Fix your car properly do not cut corners.

Drivers also set targets for them selves, and presently your inability to provide a fault free car is keeping driver idle.

You should even pay for inconvenience and time wasted.

Time is money for both driver and partner.

Keep your car in good state of health to avoid downtime.

Good question.
That's why I'm saying you just can focus on your payment and the welfare of the car. Let driver choose with whom and where he register and communicate that to you.

GAZZUZZ:
what if the guy decide use taxify for that week?

NEVER AGAIN!

Yes, possible but that won't change anything coz it's linked to whoever register's bank account.

Carshopper:
True.. But let's say it's allowed ...will d Driver allow free access to the account

If you collect daily delivery upfront from the driver, why won't you allow the driver register the car under his name?

GAZZUZZ:
never again!!! They are not disiplined enough.

Carshopper:
My brother some people just like it when its difficult O...

Cool.
Thinking of how to make it easier for everyone is very important.

Carshopper:
No.. My previous suggesting of 5,400-5,700 isn't on daily remittance. I used the word 'set aside to meet up weekly rental'

Also note someone asked likely possibilities in the fuel suitation and I just gave theory (yes I am trying to see how this can work)


On the other hand registering the vehicle on the driver profile isn't a must...if card trips is credited, Driver will receive his dues according to agreement signed


We are just changing the norms of doing bizness to protect all parties concerned

Bros don't be deceived by the word Unlimited, especially when it comes from ISP (Internet Service Provider). Read FUP (Fair Usage Policy) thank me later.

Daveonoja:
lol na unlimited plan if them fit download thier life bfor the trip end no yawa

Carshopper:
And who says it must be 5k

You did below even though you didn't say must.
Your suggesting that is an indication of what you might have in mind.

Carshopper:
Changing the narrative....

If you are a Driver and you r able to set aside N5,425 - N5,715 daily to meet up with weekly rentals, Let's discuss and change the narrative

On the other hand how will you handle card payment?
Will you allow the driver to register the car on Uber directly under himself?

This may not be best for you as an owner bros but ofcourse it pays driver better. Since its daily payment driver can choose to work only 3 days (i.e Friday - Monday) and give you 5k per day. Who will take Tuesday - Thursday?

Carshopper:
Simple ... they will revert to per day payment for those that want to work... u work as u get fuel and negotiate daily payments if it's acceptable to the partner

Or

You drop the vehicle till suitation improves

You are risking being blocked by the app company. There are other better ways of killing a chicken without shedding blood. #worksmart

deedee44:
Roughly 2 days in the business so far, from my little experience, if a rider's rating is low I will allow the request to wash down the drain. If every driver can be doing that then those sassy lowlife oloshos will learn the hard way how to be polite.

Some A/C expert will even buy Peugeot compressor to fix in your corolla coz they know it gives mortuary standard chilling, cheaper and last longer than toyota follow-come compressor.

ogunvic41:
407 compressor tokunbo 15k
Brand new 80k...
The tokunbo will not spoil