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LibreTaxi – A free and open source alternative to Uber and Lyft

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Re: LibreTaxi – A free and open source alternative to Uber and Lyft

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Post by timthelion »

coffeedoughnuts wrote: post #3

Re: Credit Card Integration Stripe doesn't really cost that much; you could support card payments and pass the stripe fees along to both parties (50/50 to the passenger and driver) This is a really good idea if it can take off, but I think cash only is a non-starter, though I understand the restriction initially

Unfortunately this isn't possible for a service like this. If money passes through the hands of the app-creator than they have to hire an accountant, take on risk, and file tax returns. Not possible with a non-comercial service.

Re: LibreTaxi – A free and open source alternative to Uber and Lyft

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Post by kkhire »

This is the height of stupidity.

If you absolutely refuse to use any products built by C-suite execs that advise and/or support Trump, then go live as a hermit in the wilderness.

edit: Uber/lyft are built by smart and motivated technologists who spend everyday making the most sophisticated ridesharing platforms out there. To use an unvetted and unsafe knockoff is inane.

Re: LibreTaxi – A free and open source alternative to Uber and Lyft

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Post by fredley »

sergiotapia wrote: post #8

I would never use this or recommend it. Extremely unsafe. Any goon can create a "Taxi" account and do whatever he wants.

I appreciate the concerns of the libre community when it comes to the world we're building: where you have to strongly identify yourself to do almost anything (hail a taxi, buy bread, use public transport, etc.), but taxis are a place where strong identification is good for both parties.

Re: LibreTaxi – A free and open source alternative to Uber and Lyft

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Post by laurent123456 »

sergiotapia wrote: post #8

I would never use this or recommend it. Extremely unsafe. Any goon can create a "Taxi" account and do whatever he wants.

And that will be taxi drivers going around with lots of cash in their pocket. Not at all an attractive target for criminals.

Re: LibreTaxi – A free and open source alternative to Uber and Lyft

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Post by pikzel »

timthelion wrote: post #9
reubensutton wrote: post #6

My concern with this is the problem of ensuring the safety of the person driving the cab and the real identity of the rider. Lots of drivers will be reluctant because they can be stiffed on the bill. Lots of passengers will be reluctant to use it due to the inherent risk of riding with what is essentially a stranger.

How is it more dangerous for the driver than picking someone up on a streat corner?

But that's not what Uber/Lyft does. And this is said to be an alternative to that.

Re: LibreTaxi – A free and open source alternative to Uber and Lyft

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Post by mosselman »

timthelion wrote: post #9
reubensutton wrote: post #6

My concern with this is the problem of ensuring the safety of the person driving the cab and the real identity of the rider. Lots of drivers will be reluctant because they can be stiffed on the bill. Lots of passengers will be reluctant to use it due to the inherent risk of riding with what is essentially a stranger.

How is it more dangerous for the driver than picking someone up on a streat corner?

He didn't say he uses traditional taxi's, maybe he has the same concerns for drivers in this situation. Also, I imagine a taxi company has some forms of insurance against people not paying, etc.

Re: LibreTaxi – A free and open source alternative to Uber and Lyft

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Post by timthelion »

kkhire wrote: post #12

This is the height of stupidity. If you absolutely refuse to use any products built by C-suite execs that advise and/or support Trump, then go live as a hermit in the wilderness. edit: Uber/lyft are built by smart and motivated technologists who spend everyday making the most sophisticated ridesharing platforms out there. To use an unvetted and unsafe knockoff is inane.

I'd rather be a hermit.

Edit: Unfortunately, its kinda hard to afford land out in the wilderness, given that you god damn capitalists have destroyed nature.

Re: LibreTaxi – A free and open source alternative to Uber and Lyft

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Post by timthelion »

pikzel wrote: post #16
timthelion wrote: post #9

Earlier quoted context omitted.

How is it more dangerous for the driver than picking someone up on a streat corner?

But that's not what Uber/Lyft does. And this is said to be an alternative to that.

And how do Uper/Lyft prevent ax murderers?

http://www.whosdrivingyou.org/rideshare-incidents

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