Introduktion
San Francisco became the birthplace of Uber in 2009 when Travis Kalanick, who currently serves as the managing director, founded this innovative transportation solution.

The smartphone application was conceived with the idea of acting as a bridge between freelance minicab drivers and passengers, revolutionizing the way people commute in the city.

This groundbreaking app introduced an entirely new dimension to the community's transportation options. It seamlessly dispatches rides, handles customer billing, monitors fares, and ensures timely payments to the drivers.

Remarkably, all of this takes place in the virtual realm, where the drivers are essentially outsourced contractors.

In essence, Uber's internet-based platform provides a service that brings passengers and drivers together, resembling the traditional taxi system but with a modern twist.

Utdrag
Uber drivers offer a significant cost advantage over local taxis, with fares often being 25-50% cheaper. This prompts many to ponder: why do taxi drivers not reduce their prices?

The answer lies in the fact that traditional taxi companies incur physical costs, such as maintaining garages, as opposed to Uber's efficient online network. Moreover, taxi drivers typically expect a 15% tip on top of their already elevated fares.

Could it be time to reconsider this tipping practice? One reason for these expectations is the financial burden placed on taxi drivers, who must pay dispatch and administrative fees ranging from $500 to $1200 to the cab company.

In contrast, Uber charges its drivers minimal fees, taking only a small percentage of the fare. The disparities don't end there. Uber drivers require a standard driver's license for their vehicles, while taxi drivers must obtain a specific taxi license, which can be quite costly.

However, Uber does have its drawbacks, notably in terms of background checks and safety screening. Uber relies on Hirease instead of Live scan, a less comprehensive safety measure.

Live scan searches both the US Department of Justice and FBI databases for the past decade, whereas Hirease only checks credit agencies and social security numbers for the past seven years.