https://AsianDatingDr.com — Getting around Manila is easy, but you should know some of the basics about taxis in Manila before you jump into any old taxi.
In this video we discuss some tips on how to get a good taxi at a normal taxi fare from the Manila airport to Makati.
We also talk about the infamous “bullet scam”, at the NAIA Manila Airport and the latest news.
Some general tips about taxis in Manila:
* Do not enter a taxi if there is anyone other than the driver inside. Once inside a taxi, check if the doors can be locked from the inside, otherwise you’re vulnerable when the taxi stops in traffic.
* Ride the backseat or check the backseat to make sure that no one is hiding on the floor, between the seats.
*Ensure that the doors can be opened from the inside and its inside door handles are functional.
*Request the driver that the meter be used as there are some instances when a taxi driver might request for a fixed rate instead of using the meter which is illegal.
* Take a mental note of the license plate number.
*Once inside the taxi, conspicuously text the number of the taxi to someone or at least pretend to do so. Remember to text back your contact when you have arrived safely.
*If the driver is unwilling to comply with your requests, it is best to wait for another cab.
Also, watch out for “batingting” taxis or those with flawed taxi meter. This is a mechanical or electronic cheating device that makes the meter run twice as fast.
HOW TO DETECT “BATINGTING TAXIS”
* Tampered or missing meter seal.
* Meter only displays fare and not the distance and waiting time (if present).
*Taxi name, plate number and operator contact number erased at the cab insides.
*Driver is clicking a switch hidden somewhere.
* Driver would not usually argue/complain if you pay the usual fare since they know they’re equipped with a faster-than-a-speeding bullet meter.
What to do if confronted with such a situation?
*Always take note of the taxi name, operator phone numbers, plate number and if possible, take note of the taxi driver’s name and face. It is recommended that you send these bits of information to a friend or relative.
*Ask the driver to use the meter. If they say that the meter isn’t working or offer any other excuse, don’t get in the cab. If you’re already inside, ask the driver to stop and get out of the vehicle.
*Make sure to check the meter. Some “batingting” drivers intentionally hold the stick shift in order to block the meter’s line of view.
*Some drivers tend to keep a minimum speed even when in high-speed areas. This is because the moment they get too fast, the increments will happen at an incredible rate and the meter will show that it is obviously tampered.
*If any time you notice that the meter is going way too fast, tell the driver to stop and get off the taxi.
-Nils
aka Asian Dating Dr.
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Post time: Jun-17-2017