Taxi, ride-hailing drivers brace for World Cup traffic and antsy passengers
As the World Cup approaches, ride-hailing drivers in Toronto and Vancouver are preparing for increased demand and challenging traffic conditions. Concerns have been raised about how the influx of 650,000 visitors will affect both driver earnings and passenger behavior. While drivers anticipate more rides, they also face potential frustrations from impatient customers due to congestion.
- ▪Uber drivers are worried about traffic and passenger frustrations during the World Cup.
- ▪The tournament is expected to increase demand for ride-hailing and food delivery services.
- ▪Drivers are advised to be patient as traffic congestion may impact their earnings.
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Open this photo in gallery:The World Cup is expected to amp up demand for ride-hailing and food delivery services, giving workers a chance to earn more.COLE BURSTON/AFP/Getty ImagesShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountWeeks before global soccer fans are due to descend on Toronto and Vancouver for the World Cup, some Uber drivers were trying to score better working conditions during the tournament.At a routine meeting, they told the ride-hailing giant they’re worried about how they’ll contend with the traffic – and tempers – 650,000 expected guests will bring to the Canadian cities in June and July.“Increased traffic causes some customers to be antsy and nervous and frustrated,” said Barry Sawyer, national president at United Food and Commercial…
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