Uber in Paris, Can I use by USA app??
May 16th, 2015, 06:16 AM
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Uber in Paris, Can I use by USA app??
Are Uber problems over in Paris? If so, I want to use them. Will my USA app work there? Can I use my USA iphone 4s app to contact them? If you have done this...please let me know how it all worked. Merci
Jun 1st, 2015, 07:39 AM
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I've used Uber several times on recent trips and all have been positive experiences. The most recent was a few weeks ago. The app works exactly as it does at home.
Since the issue was with UberPop, I've been using UberX but a friend who lives in Paris said she's used the cheaper UberPop with no problems.
Since the issue was with UberPop, I've been using UberX but a friend who lives in Paris said she's used the cheaper UberPop with no problems.
Jun 12th, 2015, 11:29 PM
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Hello from India, Elainee!
Glad to read you are visiting Paris. I was there in 2004...loved it all, the Eiffel tower from the terrace of a nearby restaurant to beat the crowds,the afternoon river cruise, Notre-Dame cathedral, the Louvre Museum, the walk on the main boulevard of Arch d'triumph, the antique shops closeby the museum & those several delightful restaurants. Sadly, I have forgotten the names of all those different & famous Parisian restaurants, the lady guide, very kindly, took us to.
Give my 'salaams' (Greetings) to Bill after you have kept a bit for yourself!
Enjoy your travels!!
Glad to read you are visiting Paris. I was there in 2004...loved it all, the Eiffel tower from the terrace of a nearby restaurant to beat the crowds,the afternoon river cruise, Notre-Dame cathedral, the Louvre Museum, the walk on the main boulevard of Arch d'triumph, the antique shops closeby the museum & those several delightful restaurants. Sadly, I have forgotten the names of all those different & famous Parisian restaurants, the lady guide, very kindly, took us to.
Give my 'salaams' (Greetings) to Bill after you have kept a bit for yourself!
Enjoy your travels!!
Jun 13th, 2015, 04:50 AM
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It is illegal and the local taxi drivers do not like Uber. News from the past few hours.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LD1alox7AWU
http://www.connexionfrance.com/uber-...w-article.html
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/06/07/ma...ance.html?_r=0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LD1alox7AWU
http://www.connexionfrance.com/uber-...w-article.html
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/06/07/ma...ance.html?_r=0
Jun 13th, 2015, 05:02 AM
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I don't know how these controversies are going to settle out, but I am watching this one and the one about vacation rental apartments in Paris with interest and some sadness. I love renting apartments in Paris, the experience just wouldn't be the same without them. And I love having access to taxis without the stress of finding one when I need it. These are things that improve the visitor experience, at least for me, quite a bit.
Jun 13th, 2015, 07:26 AM
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I know there were issues with UberPop (non-professional drivers) but the regular UberX & the higher end Uber cars are legal & operate like the other VTC services.
Naturally the taxi commission is threatened by Uber in Paris because it has taken a large chunk of the market but that doesn't mean it's illegal or that it is not a service that visitors should be aware of.
Nikki, I agree with you about both issues. I am trying to stay informed but IMHO the more options people have, the better. If it weren't for Uber, I doubt G7 wouldn't have invested in their own app so those who prefer taxis & prefer the convenience of an app can thank Uber.
Naturally the taxi commission is threatened by Uber in Paris because it has taken a large chunk of the market but that doesn't mean it's illegal or that it is not a service that visitors should be aware of.
Nikki, I agree with you about both issues. I am trying to stay informed but IMHO the more options people have, the better. If it weren't for Uber, I doubt G7 wouldn't have invested in their own app so those who prefer taxis & prefer the convenience of an app can thank Uber.
Jun 13th, 2015, 08:03 AM
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This is from 10 June:
"As a reminder, UberPOP is the European equivalent of UberX — anybody can become an UberPOP driver and use the Uber app to accept rides. As you don’t need a specific driver’s license to become an UberPOP driver, many taxi drivers saw the new service as unfair competition.
That’s why UberPOP is the most controversial part of Uber in Europe, and many countries are trying to ban the service. UberPOP was banned in Brussels, the Netherlands and, yes, France."
http://techcrunch.com/2015/06/10/whe...#.wu1vzd:-oEXc
"As a reminder, UberPOP is the European equivalent of UberX — anybody can become an UberPOP driver and use the Uber app to accept rides. As you don’t need a specific driver’s license to become an UberPOP driver, many taxi drivers saw the new service as unfair competition.
That’s why UberPOP is the most controversial part of Uber in Europe, and many countries are trying to ban the service. UberPOP was banned in Brussels, the Netherlands and, yes, France."
http://techcrunch.com/2015/06/10/whe...#.wu1vzd:-oEXc
Jun 13th, 2015, 08:37 AM
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....meanwhile in London a UK newspaper has published more controversy about the system.
http://www.theguardian.com/technolog...proval-process.
If it affects one place no doubt it will affect others.
http://www.theguardian.com/technolog...proval-process.
If it affects one place no doubt it will affect others.
Jun 13th, 2015, 08:45 AM
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****Naturally the taxi commission is threatened by Uber in Paris because it has taken a large chunk of the market but that doesn't mean it's illegal or that it is not a service that visitors should be aware of.****
The taxi commission, in any city, is there to protect you the customer. It ensures that drivers have the correct documentation (including insurances). Sometimes a driver also has to undergo other training to obtain their taxi licences. Some counties have criminal background checks too.
Despite the quote saying the opposite it is actually considered illegal in a number of European cities.
Just do not use it this app until the questions have bee sorted out legally.
The taxi commission, in any city, is there to protect you the customer. It ensures that drivers have the correct documentation (including insurances). Sometimes a driver also has to undergo other training to obtain their taxi licences. Some counties have criminal background checks too.
Despite the quote saying the opposite it is actually considered illegal in a number of European cities.
Just do not use it this app until the questions have bee sorted out legally.
Jun 13th, 2015, 09:18 AM
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I agree UberPop is risky which is why I stated above that UberX (which is the next level up from UberPop in France) is what I have used. Uber has extensive insurance that covers a passenger from the time they schedule a car until the ride is completed.
*The taxi commission, in any city, is there to protect you the customer.*
Sorry but I find that incredibly naive. Yes, there are necessary rules & regulations that the commissions enforce that are in the best interest of the public but they are there to help the taxi companies & drivers more than the public. These commissions have a lot of political power in large cities & I believe they are doing all they can to limit Uber because it cuts into taxi profits.
* Despite the quote saying the opposite it is actually considered illegal in a number of European cities.
Just do not use it this app until the questions have bee sorted out legally.*
This post is referring to Paris not all European cities. I have never seen or heard that UberX is illegal in Paris but if you have proof otherwise, please share that info.
*The taxi commission, in any city, is there to protect you the customer.*
Sorry but I find that incredibly naive. Yes, there are necessary rules & regulations that the commissions enforce that are in the best interest of the public but they are there to help the taxi companies & drivers more than the public. These commissions have a lot of political power in large cities & I believe they are doing all they can to limit Uber because it cuts into taxi profits.
* Despite the quote saying the opposite it is actually considered illegal in a number of European cities.
Just do not use it this app until the questions have bee sorted out legally.*
This post is referring to Paris not all European cities. I have never seen or heard that UberX is illegal in Paris but if you have proof otherwise, please share that info.
Jun 13th, 2015, 12:19 PM
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Sorry but regulation in life is part of society part of living together. Regulations and rules cover us all whether you like it or not. Without regulations and rules the world would quickly fall into chaos. Some say it has with the various deregulations over the past 30 years or so.
Uber no matter which one is unregulated in any form. The links above prove the illegality. However I challenge you to prove your case that Uberx i fully within the law.
The likes AirBNB- Uber are some of those things which has gone beyond the laws, because law makers have not caught up quickly.
Uber no matter which one is unregulated in any form. The links above prove the illegality. However I challenge you to prove your case that Uberx i fully within the law.
The likes AirBNB- Uber are some of those things which has gone beyond the laws, because law makers have not caught up quickly.
Jun 13th, 2015, 12:45 PM
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I also thought to add an article, which by coincidence, is from your home town newspaper about the situation in Paris.
http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/0...ines-in-paris/
Quote ***Under new French transport rules known the Thévenoud Law, the police in Paris have been issuing fines since the start of the year to drivers who pick up fares through UberPop, the company’s low-cost service.***
There is no x in Paris.
For the public's safety this is what the Taxi drivers of Paris are required to abide by.
http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taxis_parisiens
read this too. please.
http://www.stopuber.com/
http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/0...ines-in-paris/
Quote ***Under new French transport rules known the Thévenoud Law, the police in Paris have been issuing fines since the start of the year to drivers who pick up fares through UberPop, the company’s low-cost service.***
There is no x in Paris.
For the public's safety this is what the Taxi drivers of Paris are required to abide by.
http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taxis_parisiens
read this too. please.
http://www.stopuber.com/
Jun 14th, 2015, 04:14 PM
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I mentioned in both of my posts that I do not use UberPop because of the legal issues.
I am not an expert in French law nor do I claim to be so I cannot take your "challenge". The reason I am somewhat confident it operates within the law is that in every article I have read about the issues in Paris, I have only seen mention of UberPop specifically. I can, however confirm that UberX is absolutely available in Paris. I have used it with good results multiple times during several trips over the last few years.
I realize Uber is controversial in many areas and it was when it originally came to NYC because of our strong TLC (taxi & limousine commission) as well. I can't speak to their communication with other cities but in NYC they proved willing to work with local authorities & the TLC to ease their way in so I have to assume they have tried in other cities as well. As an example, Uber agreed to not offer what would be the equivalent of UberPop (drivers without a professional license) before launching the app here. They also negotiated that their Ubertaxi option would work in conjunction with medallion (TLC drivers) taxis. When you order UberTaxi, Uber gets a flat fee ($1.50 or something like that) and the passenger pays the cab driver as they normally would.
I am not an expert in French law nor do I claim to be so I cannot take your "challenge". The reason I am somewhat confident it operates within the law is that in every article I have read about the issues in Paris, I have only seen mention of UberPop specifically. I can, however confirm that UberX is absolutely available in Paris. I have used it with good results multiple times during several trips over the last few years.
I realize Uber is controversial in many areas and it was when it originally came to NYC because of our strong TLC (taxi & limousine commission) as well. I can't speak to their communication with other cities but in NYC they proved willing to work with local authorities & the TLC to ease their way in so I have to assume they have tried in other cities as well. As an example, Uber agreed to not offer what would be the equivalent of UberPop (drivers without a professional license) before launching the app here. They also negotiated that their Ubertaxi option would work in conjunction with medallion (TLC drivers) taxis. When you order UberTaxi, Uber gets a flat fee ($1.50 or something like that) and the passenger pays the cab driver as they normally would.
Jun 25th, 2015, 06:16 AM
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More protests in Paris:
http://www.independent.co.uk/news/wo...-10344352.html
http://www.independent.co.uk/news/wo...-10344352.html
