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Apps like Uber and 99 have launched a new feature that can make your rides cheaper.
Imagine being able to cross the city paying almost nothing? It seems exaggerated, but Uber and the 99 are making this possible with a new feature that promises to revolutionize your travels.
The use of transportation applications has become popular in Brazil, and proof of this are the updates that companies like 99 and the Uber have been doing. One of them can make the race cheaper.
Cheaper trips through Uber and 99 transport apps
With this feature, driver and passenger can directly negotiate the price of the trip. This means that they do not depend solely on the value set by the application itself. The amount charged at the end is always the one set by the driver and passenger.
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And, detail, in this functionality the passenger cannot change destination, departure or add stops after deal is confirmed.
How to negotiate the fare directly with the driver?
The systems are called “Uber Your Price” ou “99 Negotiates”. To use them, you need to have the application downloaded (Uber ou 99) and in the updated version. When you open the app, just click on “Your Price” and enter the amount you wish to pay. The driver has the option to accept the offer or make a counteroffer.
Now an important detail for drivers: These trips are not counted towards missions or promotions; on the other hand, they do not affect the acceptance rate..
According to Uber, this feature already worked in some Latin American countries and arrived in Brazil some time ago.
How much does an Uber and 99 driver earn on average per month?
The average earnings of a driver Uber ou 99 in Brazil they can vary greatly depending on several factors, such as the city where you work, the number of hours worked, fuel costs, vehicle maintenance, among others.
Average, a full-time driver can earn between R$3.000 and R$5.000 per month. However, these values are approximate and may be bigger or smaller according to the individual conditions of each driver.
It is important to consider that these gains do not represent net profit, since expenses such as fuel, car maintenance, taxes and fees charged by platforms must also be discounted.
Factors such as demand for travel, peak hours, promotions offered by the platforms and geographical location directly influence performance.
So, are you going to take advantage of this new feature to save money on your travels?
