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Understand Uber’s New Recommendations on the Use of Air Conditioning to Ensure Comfort and Well-Being During Your Trips
In recent days, intense heat waves have led many people to opt for private rides with Uber, in search of more comfort and a cool environment, instead of using public transportation.
A common question that arises is: is the driver required to turn on the air conditioning?
The Dilemma of Air Conditioning: Comfort vs. Consumption
There are several reports online of passengers facing problems when requesting that app drivers turn on the air conditioning.
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The search for more comfort is one of the main reasons for choosing this service. However, using the air conditioning increases the vehicle’s fuel consumption by about 10%, which leads many drivers to avoid its use to save on costs.
In 2023, a story gained notoriety on social media: a passenger reported that an Uber driver was charging R$ 0.50 per km driven with the use of air conditioning, an unofficial fee imposed by the driver, requiring extra payment from the customer.
Official Position of Uber on the Use of Air Conditioning
In light of the repercussions, Uber clarified its position. On its official website, the company highlights two crucial points:
- Extra payments are not recommended: No passenger should pay additional amounts to drivers beyond what is charged by the platform, as this violates the company’s code and may result in the driver’s suspension.
- Air conditioning is not mandatory, but it is recommended: The use of air conditioning depends on the vehicle category. While it is not mandatory, Uber recommends its use to ensure the well-being of both drivers and passengers, especially in high temperatures.
Repercussions for Drivers and Passengers
Uber also emphasizes that all vehicles, regardless of category, must have the air conditioning in good working order.
Refusing to use it may result in trip cancellation, low driver ratings, and even passenger complaints, which may affect the driver’s access to higher tiers like Uber Black or VIP.
Impacts of the New Rules on Passenger Comfort and Driver Operations
With these guidelines, Uber aims to ensure a quality service, balancing passenger comfort and driver efficiency, thus promoting a more pleasant and safe travel environment for all.
SOURCE:FDR
Andar com ar hoje em dia e pagar para trabalhar, as tarifas que a Uber está oferecendo são extorsivas, quase esmolas, as vezes não sobra nem 10% do valor para o motorista, imagina se ligar o ar, e pagar para trabalhar, ou a Uber revê suas tarifas ou o ar vai ficar desligado. E os passageiros que exigem ar condicionado peguem as categorias mais caras da Uber, daí eles não querem, querem tudo pagando nada, algo está muito errado.
O motorista sofre pra colocar combustível com valores cada vez mais baixos quem dirá pra fazer a manutenção do veículo, conforto todos querem, mas ninguém que pagar, o consumidor nada tem haver e a empresa só se presta em dizer o que tem que fazer aí vai aparecer uns que dirá não tá contente arrumei outro ok ,mas e se o tipo de transporte acabar será que vão aderir ao táxi que cobra o dobro, eu duvido
Quem dera se os carros gastassem apenas 10% a mais de combustível, a maioria dos carros são 1.0 3 cilindros 3 e são muito fracos, o meu carro gasta 30% a mais de combustível com o ar ligado, se vier lotado com 4 passageiros o negócio piora, e sim eu tenho os cálculos, abasteço 16 litros de combustível ( 100 reais ) todos os dias, consigo rodar sem o ar-condicionado 230km, no dia que tá muito, muito quente, eu ligo o ar, e consigo rodar apenas 160km com os mesmos 8 litros ( 100 reais )… Vc pegar e fazer uma pesquisa dessa de consumo em um Corolla, um Civic, um Tcross, eh claro que vai dar um gasto de apenas 10% de combustível, pois são motores fortes, que aguentam um compressor ligado, agora faz a pesquisa em um kwid, um gol, um Palio, um Mobi, um Argos 1.0 um Ford Ka…