01/07/22

Braintree is safer without Uber

Braintree is a safer place without Uber. The value of local drivers, traditional taxi and private hire companies is unbeatable. Here are some of the reasons why Braintree Taxis and Braintree Taxi Drivers are safer.

1.     You get human to human contact
While it seems that technology nowadays is specifically geared towards limiting human contact when carrying out everyday tasks, the fact that traditional taxi companies such as Happicabs have someone, often an office, you can call with any issues is a huge plus. Imagine if you have lost an item or something goes wrong, you have a reliable point of contact with a local taxi private hire company, this provides peace of mind especially if you are unfamiliar with the area. Whereas with Uber, you have to rely on the driver answering his phone from a withheld number for lost items or their faceless customer service team.

2.     You get to take advantage of local cab drivers and their local knowledge
It’s a well-known fact that local cab drivers are familiar with their local area because of the extensive knowledge test they undertake. Braintree Taxi Drivers know the fast way to get you from A to B including short-cuts to reduce miles and time spend in traffic jams. So, if you need to be somewhere fast, there is nobody better to take you.

3.     Your safety
Licensed Braintree cab drivers have a duty of care towards their passengers, and it is part of their job to make sure that they do everything within their power to ensure you get to your destination safety. Rideshare companies such as Uber, Ola, Bolt and Freenow move their drivers from area to area, these drivers are heavily reliant on their satellite navigation systems. So if you’re in Braintree or a city that you’re unfamiliar with, the best step you can take to ensure you safety is to use a locally licensed and reputable taxi firm.

4.     You can budget more effectively using a Braintree Taxi
Braintree taxi service providers will be able to tell you exactly how much the fare will be in advance and usually at the point of booking. Furthermore, local taxi companies very rarely, if ever, hike their rates based on how much demand there is. App companies like Uber has a reputation of hiking prices beyond double fare when demand is high. This means that you’ll avoid opening your app and staring in horror at the fact that prices have been quadrupled because its Saturday at 11pm and everyone’s wanting to go to town. We advise you pre-book ahead with a reputable local Braintree taxi service like Happicabs 01376 321 321.

5.     Availability of larger vehicles; people carriers, MPV’s and Minibuses
While the availability of standard cars on apps like Uber may often be a small wait, when it comes to trying to transport more people, you’ll often be left high and dry. Local taxi companies exist in order to provide a great service to their clients, and as such, they will often have a fleet of larger vehicles for groups of up to 8 people to make sure everyone gets to the party on time and together!

We hope to have explained why Uber does not operate in Braintree and we hope to have convinced you to why you’re better off using locally based taxi firms like Happicabs. Local taxi companies thrive on the patronage of their valued customers, so if you can get a local Braintree cab, do it and enjoy the fact that, in the process, you’re supporting a local business that employs local people. Win!

5.     Book a local Braintree taxi service

Braintree has a choice of taxi private hire firms. Here are some handy numbers to call when you need a Braintree Taxi.

·         Happicabs Braintree 01376 321 321

·         Chets Minicabs and Taxis covers Braintree area 01376 500 737

·         Fargo Link 01376 355 856

·         ECL Minicabs Braintree 0800 030 2301

·         Taxi Braintree 01376 321 321

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