few years ago two parents went out to dinner.a few hours later,the babysitter was calling to see if she could cover up the clown statue in the kid's room,the father said"Get the kids out of the house,we'll call the police we don't have a clown statue"."the clown statue" was actually a killer that escaped from jail.if you don't post this on 10 videos tonight the clown will be in your bed at 3:00 am with a chainsaw in his hand. sorry don't want this to happen to me
In England (ANYWHERE in England apart from at taxi ranks): Stick arm out. Jump in. Go anywhere the driver is willing to take you - AND go back in the same cab if you want. And the fare is easy to understand. Much better.
"if you're not sure, ask a New Yorker. Most will be happy to help you...." Yeah right!!!! My boss is from New York and she says people over there are rude and nasty and give you the wrong directions most of the time.
Should try and catch a cab on the avenue in the direction you are going or on the street that goes the avenue and turns the direction you want so you don't have to go around the block
@soniappoo i'm not a new yorker, but asaik you'd tell them which street running north to south (ie 5th avenue as you say) and the street that cuts through 5th avenue (going east to west) that is closest to where u want to go on 5th avenue, ie for 500 5th avenue that would be between 42nd and 43rd street. So you'd ask for 5th avenue between 42nd and 43rd street. Hope that helps
Real New Yorkers don't say "take the subway", we say im takin the train. If somebody says im taking the "SUBWAY" their not a native new yorker, they can be a transplant but not a native.
new york city is one of the worst places representative of america. it's a dirty, stinky place with people who are rude and obnoxious. too bad foreigners or tourists who come here think that this is the real america. it isn't.
as a tourist I had to take one of those "Lincon" cabs because none of the others wanted to stop, maybe it was for the Veterans day, it´s a nice car, wallet-killing bill tho :/
and here's a little tidbit you clubbers may not know. A cab driver does not have to transport a passenger that is visibly drunk. So if you are getting passed up while waiting in front of that chic little club on the lower east side. Don't cry and yell racism.
It's not because you are black(although that doesn't help), it's because you are dancing and doing hip hop moves and acting like a drunk idiot while hailing a cab.
and here's another tip , try to hail the cab in the direction you are going. an example of what not to do: Don't be on the east side of 2nd avenue, 5 feet north of 34th street and then once you get in the cab , expect the driver to cut across four lanes of traffic so that he can get your little princess butt onto the fdr drive going north to 79th and york so you can get home in time to eat dinner with daddy after he had a long day of robbing people on wall street.
my mom and i got in 3 diff cabs right beside penn station and asked them to drive us to our hotel in queens but nobody did. apparently they didnt know where it was. we had to hull a crapload of luggage around in the subways at 11 at night asking strangers where to go and which subway to take. i wish i watched this b4 i went to nyc. other than that, nyc was a fun experience, visit if u ever get the chance
@rey619yomama well..no reason to take a cab in NYC when there's subway pretty much EVERYWHERE and it's always full of people so you don't have to worry about strangers coming to attack you XD..i live in NYC and i know how to use the subway map IT'S EASY just look what train around where u at connects to the train that takes you to ur destination
@rmpbklyn i gave the exact address and i even had a gps with me. he just didnt want to drive us. but watever. we didn't take the taxi during our stay. the subway was way faster and defiantly cheaper.
@vampire666 from laguardia to MSG should be between 22 and 25 dollars depending on traffic. there are no tolls if you tell the driver to take the 59st bridge as the driver should. I hope this help.
Another tip: Don't give your destination as something like, "162 Allen Street please". Instead, give the cabbie the destination street (or avenue) and its cross streets as well and say something more like, "Hi, Allen Street between Stanton and Rivington please". It helps if you know if your destination is on the west, east, north, or south side of the block as well if the cabbie is unfamiliar with the destination's area. Most cabbies are excellent these days though & know their way around.
great tips! The video was very helpful. Yeah, it is nice to know that we have rights in the cab. I would love to visit NYC, and since I've never taken a taxi lol, this is really helpful :)
I lived in new york for a year and my mom basicaly just made us walk everywhere becuse she is scared to use the subway and taxi cabs....i dont know why we moved to new york.....
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May 19 2010 Yellow Cab Strick i wont be working or driving a Yellow Cab that day i will pay my fees to rent it but iwont drive it ALL NYC CAB DRIVERS DONT SHOW UP FOR WORK
I didn't know that they can't refuse you if you ask them to go outside Manhattan. My hotel was in Astoria, and no cab would take me there. I finally discovered the train, which was only $2.50 and the hotel had a shuttle there waiting. Perfect. Ah, also Step 12: If you're prone to motion sickness - be prepared. The ride is rough! I learned the hard way. My goal is to visit NYC enough that I'll know how to take the bus, the subway, and the trains - cause that's still the best way around.
Hello Mr.Dmitriy40, I've read most of your posts and they are really helpful. I will be travelling to Manhattan this coming March 4 and this will be my first time. How much would it cost from 96th St to the Ferry station that will bring me to the Statue of Liberty Island? My friends are telling me to take subway instead because its inexpensive and fast but I am not aware how to take the subway, that is why I feel like I'd rather use taxis.
I drive a yellow cab in NYC. The video is mostly correct, but the fare went up a little bit. The fare info is posted on front doors, ON THE OUTSIDE of a cab. Also, now (2010), all yellow cabs have a touch screen in the back seat -- with all the information about the fare, a GPS map, and all the rules. There are more than 13,000 yellow cabs in NYC, soon all will be electric-gasoline hybrids. See you on the street!
Sorry, the fare info is posted on the REAR DOORS now (it used to be on front doors until few years ago). In any case, this info is on the outside of the cab, clearly visible to potential customers, and anyone on the street.
evangel you're absolutely right, cab drivers beginn loosing money after about ten minutes on one fare (when it's busy) It's in the cabbies best interest to get the next fare and to stay in busy areas. It's a complete myth that cabbies take longer routes, why do you think they drive so fast? It's to get rid of you as fast as possible, which from the customers perspective is good. Whenever a cab driver takes the long way it's by mistake, remember a cab driver deals with dozens of fares in a shift.
8 dont weast ur time look at that cause it's not in are controlls it's all done automatic on holidays the drivers wont even see the freaking 50Cent or 1 dollars surcharge DID you know there are more then 13,000 yellow cabes in NYC ?
as part time cab driver step 1 u ask the cab/door men's the cab driver will tell you how much the fare is going to be from point A to B he might give u good estimate. but what are the chances of u ask the person on the street that he/she is new yorker not tourest ??.
A cabbie (Im one full time), makes about 10cents per street, to rip someone off you would have to take a 40 blocks deviation just to make extra $4 bucks doesn't really makes much sense right?
A cabbie makes money by making more fares. If you stay in a cab for more than 10 minutes the cabbie is loosing money all ready, a cabbie needs to pick you up and take you to your destination in the fastest more efficient way,
NinjaZX6R2009, I am a cab driver, and I agree with my colleague here. I make most money the moment I start the meter. Generally, the best passenger is a short-trip passenger. But there are some situations, when a driver might be tempted, especially long distance rides to outer Boroughs, etc. We now have a GPS map in the back seat, and you are right, IT NEVER HURTS FOR YOU TO PAY ATTENTION!
we visited nyc recently, took some cab rides and it was not expensive at all. Drivers were all ok, confortable rides and fast. Its the best option and really worths it.
viagensimagens, THANK YOU for your kind words! I am a yellow cab driver, and when I get a tourist in my car, I always try to help as much as I can with information and advice. I usually offer to take their picture IN A DRIVER'S SEAT, behind the wheel of my cab (I take out the keys, of course!). People love it!
Hi dmitriy40. It was very good to have your answer. You know, cab drivers like you are, at the same time, a kind of tourist promoters, or maybe public relation agents. While doing you job, you help people and make them keep nice memories from NYC and its people. We really plan to return to ny, and next time will try to get on your cab to take that picture. :-) Great idea!! best wishes from Rio, Brazil.
if you're a tourist and want to save money, do not take the cabs. public transport is much cheaper.
if you don't want to take the subway because you think that you might miss the sights on the way, then take the public buses. sure, it might take you a little longer than a cabride because of the stops, but it is far cheaper and you get to see the city as you ride through it.
flordemagda, if you are alone, your logic is correct.
But the statistical average NYC cab ride is about $7-8.
So if you are in a group of 3 or 4 people, many times cab is actually cheaper. Even for 2 people it might make more sense to pay $4 each for door-to-door service, rather than pay $2.25 each for subway or a bus. And you can also see the sights from a cab, you know! ... If you are in my cab, I could also tell you something about New York, gratis!
well for a cab driver to be out on the streets of New York City the have to pay $110 --$130 for 12 hours to take the cab from the Garage plus fill the the tank up once he is done working the 12 hour crazy ass shift not Only cab drivers are paying high price to rant the cab the have to deal with crazy Cops / and TLC fools any mistake wrong lane or wrong turn in manhattan u lose ur day pay since the tickets are even more the what u can make driving a cab So thats way Cab Driver are sometime rude
jamil316, I drive a yellow cab since 1992. People do not give shit about cab driver's problems, they want service. And they deserve service, cause they are paying you. The best attitude is NOT TO EXPECT CUSTOMERS to be nice to you, but you should still always BE NICE TO YOUR CUSTOMERS. That's the job. You are in the hospitality business. if you adopt this attitude, IT WILL PAY OFF for you! Good luck!
@MrPeeintheShower bah but the NY subway is such a pain to work out if you're only there for a couple of days- it's not easy to navigate like the London tube or Paris Metro
...If they try play to that game, say "Ok I'll hop out at the next light." Another driver tried to run that game and I said that and he straightened right up and I got there in minutes.
Oh, and PUT YOUR VALUABLES AWAY BEFORE getting out. Don't feel rushed, and do not start putting things away on your way out, as things are likely to fall out that way.
If you have a lot, ask the driver to be patient with you while gathering your belongings. MOST will be kind and may even help you.
Finally - If the driver is on the phone, use YOUR eyes to make sure he's paying attention. The ones on the phone are those who miss turns most. If they do, make sure they discount your fare.
1. Most NYers may NOT know the fare as many take subways and busses. Check with a hotel concierge or go online.
6. I asked for A/C, and the driver complained. Another refused to take me to one of the boroughs.
Complaining by phone means nothing because you have to go to court to complain!!
I suggest carrying a small camera with a video recorder. Record any confrontation, and make it public. When I used that method, one irate driver became instantly nice.
it's so true at the end always get the reciept and look around to make shure you have your things because i was in NYC b4 and i almost forgot my phone in their and the guy jiped me and added an extra 5 dollars!!:(
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Cab drivers in NYC do not steel..what do you think this is CUBA or Russia or the year 1964 so distrusting to call the drivers unscrupulious people on net are far sneakier . Oh and then tell on the guy because he doesnt want to ride outside of Manhattan...oh this truly makes him bad...the world is so ruthless to others especially those that make so little money. you are probably the same type of person who would like to find a girlfriend on the internet or the type that looks for porn....oh yes,
Trolling the net to leave still nasty replies simply means you are at work stealing from your employers time or you are unemployed and a waste. Either way you are an ass.
Don' be a dumbass, and don't try to sound smart and superior by talking down to people. And though this is far from the point, he could easily be relaxing on the computer after work hours, or enjoying a day off.
step one: leap head first in front of cab
step two: new yorkers do not like you, don't bother asking for help
step three: ??????
step four: profit
r0b0tj0n3s 1 day ago in playlist Travel
Who would have known that there is a science to taking a cab?
ParkAvenueOrthodon 2 weeks ago 2
Step 1: Check if the driver of the cab is Ben Bailey. If it is him, Welcome to the CASH CAB!!!
Lightning2659 3 weeks ago 4
the black taxi always stop for me
firelordzuko100 4 weeks ago
Step one: Make sure you're a white guy.
Tokopol 1 month ago
He's such a hottie! I'd take a cab with him anytime!
NikkiRowCoxx 1 month ago in playlist Travel
In the Bronx there are rarely any yellow cabs only liveries and when you hale one they stop for you!
the bad thing is that liveries don't have meters or receipts so they can rip you off!
zsdg34 1 month ago
Queentacos91 are you stupid ,this thing those not exist
Jzmis5 2 months ago
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few years ago two parents went out to dinner.a few hours later,the babysitter was calling to see if she could cover up the clown statue in the kid's room,the father said"Get the kids out of the house,we'll call the police we don't have a clown statue"."the clown statue" was actually a killer that escaped from jail.if you don't post this on 10 videos tonight the clown will be in your bed at 3:00 am with a chainsaw in his hand. sorry don't want this to happen to me
Queentacos91 2 months ago
Ahhhhhhhhhh the memories of gta iv
ranjansportdrive 2 months ago
Just wave money in the air. I live in New York and I know the tricks!!
zoombalaboy 3 months ago in playlist Travel
I saw an orange cab once.
GaaZHD 3 months ago
kb auf hausaufgaben -.-
181savas 3 months ago
I just take the metro
beuatywatcher 6 months ago
what if you're black
shockeyvz 6 months ago
@shockeyvz Same.
Iwuzhere321 6 months ago
@shockeyvz cunt
knobylob 4 months ago
good one!
msvisio 6 months ago
In England (ANYWHERE in England apart from at taxi ranks): Stick arm out. Jump in. Go anywhere the driver is willing to take you - AND go back in the same cab if you want. And the fare is easy to understand. Much better.
TheRushingWind 6 months ago
@TheRushingWind That's pretty much how it is in NYC also, this video just over complicates it.
njdevil281 3 months ago
This Is why I take the subway and the bus, Fuck you cabbies.
m015094 7 months ago
Mention something about not placing your luggage in the trunk. He might take off before you have a chance to get your stuff from the trunk.
dooshwithbangs 7 months ago
thanx. now i know now
rocketman5989 7 months ago
"if you're not sure, ask a New Yorker. Most will be happy to help you...." Yeah right!!!! My boss is from New York and she says people over there are rude and nasty and give you the wrong directions most of the time.
Norex25 7 months ago
Nice
rocketman5989 8 months ago
i need to know a new yorker please help me
he should be young
MrRapidWien 8 months ago
I like the jew at 0:25
jcwgarrett 9 months ago
How difficult is it???? lol
RSpanglishO 10 months ago
Wow! I thought he was Paul Rudd!
Tuantubes 10 months ago
BULLSHIT!...taxi drivers are too busy to try to rip you off
BULLSHIT....%10-%20 is for Food Servers where they get wages and bennifits...Taxis are a luxery item . %40 $4.00 minimum .
From what I here euopeans will stiff the guy everytime.....
Seyahhsod 11 months ago
But there's only one Cash Cab!
1999Klein 11 months ago
Should try and catch a cab on the avenue in the direction you are going or on the street that goes the avenue and turns the direction you want so you don't have to go around the block
doable1 1 year ago
damn, newyorkers must spend a shit load of change on cabs. but then again, it must be very conveniant in a crowded city.
Dreamingallyear 1 year ago
@Dreamingallyear thats why i walk..
paying 'cabs' is ridiculous.
ssips720 10 months ago
@Dreamingallyear I just walk
67tr876 6 months ago
Hey guys when you hail a taxi driver how would u say the address and would u say 500 5th avenue or would u Just say 5 th av please help
soniappoo 1 year ago
@soniappoo i'm not a new yorker, but asaik you'd tell them which street running north to south (ie 5th avenue as you say) and the street that cuts through 5th avenue (going east to west) that is closest to where u want to go on 5th avenue, ie for 500 5th avenue that would be between 42nd and 43rd street. So you'd ask for 5th avenue between 42nd and 43rd street. Hope that helps
droptheleash0 1 year ago
@droptheleash0 Thank you so much, you helped me a lot
soniappoo 1 year ago
@soniappoo No prob
droptheleash0 1 year ago
cabs are annoying as fuck!
RAPIDfire338 1 year ago
Real New Yorkers don't say "take the subway", we say im takin the train. If somebody says im taking the "SUBWAY" their not a native new yorker, they can be a transplant but not a native.
Timessquare100 1 year ago
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Owen4004 1 year ago
NEVER take the black taxis...they charge more than the yellow ones.
Lorenicities 1 year ago
who doesn't know how to take a taxi...?
jinglenooob 1 year ago
i would just stand in the middle of road and it will stop that way
harrygoozee 1 year ago
new york city is one of the worst places representative of america. it's a dirty, stinky place with people who are rude and obnoxious. too bad foreigners or tourists who come here think that this is the real america. it isn't.
scir91 1 year ago
@scir91 I totally agree with you
ANtr43 9 months ago
as a tourist I had to take one of those "Lincon" cabs because none of the others wanted to stop, maybe it was for the Veterans day, it´s a nice car, wallet-killing bill tho :/
kotarotacon 1 year ago
Step one: Wait until you see a taxi.
Step two: If you see the taxi, yell "TAXI! HEY YOU! YEAH YOU MOTHERFUCKIN' TAXI!"
Step three: If a cab doesn't come, rip off your clothes and run down the street naked crying.
daftpunk618 1 year ago 65
To the person who said NYC Is really small, Your WRONG. o-O There's other parts of NYC to and not JUST Manhattan. ;]
trendywendy0101 1 year ago
haha clearly not a new yorker who made this video.
don't bother flagging a taxi that is three lanes away from the curb. I cann't tell you how many I see folks getting impatient.
go to busy intersection to get a cab and no they will not turn so you move to the curb on the side the taxis are most frequent
taxis do not go off duty.
rmpbklyn 1 year ago
and here's a little tidbit you clubbers may not know. A cab driver does not have to transport a passenger that is visibly drunk. So if you are getting passed up while waiting in front of that chic little club on the lower east side. Don't cry and yell racism.
It's not because you are black(although that doesn't help), it's because you are dancing and doing hip hop moves and acting like a drunk idiot while hailing a cab.
nealadamsdotcum 1 year ago
and here's another tip , try to hail the cab in the direction you are going. an example of what not to do: Don't be on the east side of 2nd avenue, 5 feet north of 34th street and then once you get in the cab , expect the driver to cut across four lanes of traffic so that he can get your little princess butt onto the fdr drive going north to 79th and york so you can get home in time to eat dinner with daddy after he had a long day of robbing people on wall street.
nealadamsdotcum 1 year ago 2
What if I run into the cash cab lol
Swampertchamp 1 year ago 92
@Swampertchamp then u better be ready to answer trivia!
dekdk11 1 year ago
@Swampertchamp You take the cash bro!
Dreamingallyear 1 year ago
@Swampertchamp what the hell is the cash cab????????????
chandlerbingbong 10 months ago
@Swampertchamp Doubt it
rocketman5989 8 months ago
@Swampertchamp i hope your smart
215Sage 7 months ago
@Swampertchamp The cash cab is only in toronto.
Dustin2010james 6 months ago
@Dustin2010james Nope, there's the US Cash Cab too.
dragonfly730 5 months ago
@Swampertchamp
Cash cab is in toronto
updownleft8 4 months ago
WTF! I prefer walking
renataxyz1 3 months ago
@Swampertchamp that's in toronto ontario CANADA not new york
bananassmell123 1 month ago
all you see in manhattan is yellow cabs!! it's crazy
ishamar039 1 year ago
my mom and i got in 3 diff cabs right beside penn station and asked them to drive us to our hotel in queens but nobody did. apparently they didnt know where it was. we had to hull a crapload of luggage around in the subways at 11 at night asking strangers where to go and which subway to take. i wish i watched this b4 i went to nyc. other than that, nyc was a fun experience, visit if u ever get the chance
rey619yomama 1 year ago
@rey619yomama well..no reason to take a cab in NYC when there's subway pretty much EVERYWHERE and it's always full of people so you don't have to worry about strangers coming to attack you XD..i live in NYC and i know how to use the subway map IT'S EASY just look what train around where u at connects to the train that takes you to ur destination
ishamar039 1 year ago
@rey619yomama next time get a car service
secondly give them the address, the street and intersection, not
ohhh I'm staying at XYZ hotel..... I'm sure your little ipad/iphone has google earth.
rmpbklyn 1 year ago
@rmpbklyn i gave the exact address and i even had a gps with me. he just didnt want to drive us. but watever. we didn't take the taxi during our stay. the subway was way faster and defiantly cheaper.
rey619yomama 1 year ago
Me:OH S**T IM LATE FOR WORK!!!!!(calling cab) corner on ernst and wall street and hurry
cash cab guy:WELCOME TO CASH CAB
me:FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF
garrash6 1 year ago
Only 10,000 cabs in NYC??? I can't believe it!
allinlodz 1 year ago
@allinlodz nyc is really really small
ishamar039 1 year ago
1:29 1:30 lol
busdriver153 1 year ago
new york silly!!!!!!!!!
busdriver153 1 year ago
My Favourite cab is the Crown Vic! :)
MrPetrolhead09 1 year ago
I been to New York City before and I was amaze on how many cabs there are in that state.
liloboy911808 1 year ago
@liloboy911808 New York City is not a state! And is not a representation of the Whole State: New York,
dekdk11 1 year ago
@dekdk11 oh yeah i mean to say city lol
liloboy911808 1 year ago
One time I didnt follow step 5 and as I opend the door I hit a delivery man on his bike... it waas funny
FullArsenalTV 1 year ago 2
45 dollars + tolls + 20% tip ? da fuck is wrong with you ppl
felixcruzazul 1 year ago
I'll be going to new york in december, can anyone tell me how much the fare will be traveling from La Guardia to MSG?
vampire666 1 year ago
@vampire666 from laguardia to MSG should be between 22 and 25 dollars depending on traffic. there are no tolls if you tell the driver to take the 59st bridge as the driver should. I hope this help.
josephbel 1 year ago
@josephbel Thank you, i appreciate the info :)
vampire666 1 year ago
Another tip: Don't give your destination as something like, "162 Allen Street please". Instead, give the cabbie the destination street (or avenue) and its cross streets as well and say something more like, "Hi, Allen Street between Stanton and Rivington please". It helps if you know if your destination is on the west, east, north, or south side of the block as well if the cabbie is unfamiliar with the destination's area. Most cabbies are excellent these days though & know their way around.
MadameBeekeeper 1 year ago
At 1:18 "try indicating with your fingers you're only going a short distance." How do you do that?
Gary190tube 1 year ago
@Gary190tube pinkies up!
TlGBC 1 year ago
Very helpful
splatt12345 1 year ago
WOW just say like 50th and Houston (HOWSTON) and say thanks.
gab9hp 1 year ago
@gab9hp Ha ha, there is no 50th and Houston. :)
MadameBeekeeper 1 year ago
@MadameBeekeeper Look, I am a Brooklyner, I don't know much!
gab9hp 1 year ago
they should update this video i guess the prices have changed now. but WOW great tips !!! thank you!!!
HotelsNewYork 1 year ago
fascinating!
tahir630247365 1 year ago
If you dont know your general rights, you fail.
rahmanroni 1 year ago
great tips! The video was very helpful. Yeah, it is nice to know that we have rights in the cab. I would love to visit NYC, and since I've never taken a taxi lol, this is really helpful :)
sportsgurl16 1 year ago
I usually either walk or talk the subway. . . But good to know that I have a lot of rights when it comes to taxis as well :P
PenguinsSayRawrr 1 year ago
I lived in new york for a year and my mom basicaly just made us walk everywhere becuse she is scared to use the subway and taxi cabs....i dont know why we moved to new york.....
musame6 1 year ago
great tips :)
strawberrydream813 1 year ago
great! im going to New York City ths week! :D cant fucking wait! :D
Chincheer 1 year ago
@Chincheer i live there
miesrah12 1 year ago
@Chincheer so how was your trip? :)
MadameBeekeeper 1 year ago
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ZIRO11590 1 year ago
f..you , i knew that. you west my time
shaazad 1 year ago
Most New Yorkers are going to tell you to take the subway and not a cab. Most people don't take cabs unless they're super drunk and can't manage it.
HollyBEDTalk 1 year ago
question if the taxi cabs go off dutty at 4;00 to change shifts when do they get back ondutty?
tallymanjazz 1 year ago
@tallymanjazz One by one, they just interchange with the current drivers, it seems as though a shift never ended
marine882 1 year ago
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yllanacomedy 1 year ago
This was very helpful thank you Howcast :D
bam10333333 1 year ago
May 19 2010 Yellow Cab Strick i wont be working or driving a Yellow Cab that day i will pay my fees to rent it but iwont drive it ALL NYC CAB DRIVERS DONT SHOW UP FOR WORK
jamil316 1 year ago
People dont Help u in NYC since i wont fuck ur self true Nyc Styal
jamil316 1 year ago
I didn't know that they can't refuse you if you ask them to go outside Manhattan. My hotel was in Astoria, and no cab would take me there. I finally discovered the train, which was only $2.50 and the hotel had a shuttle there waiting. Perfect. Ah, also Step 12: If you're prone to motion sickness - be prepared. The ride is rough! I learned the hard way. My goal is to visit NYC enough that I'll know how to take the bus, the subway, and the trains - cause that's still the best way around.
PhillAlexandros 1 year ago
Hello Mr.Dmitriy40, I've read most of your posts and they are really helpful. I will be travelling to Manhattan this coming March 4 and this will be my first time. How much would it cost from 96th St to the Ferry station that will bring me to the Statue of Liberty Island? My friends are telling me to take subway instead because its inexpensive and fast but I am not aware how to take the subway, that is why I feel like I'd rather use taxis.
Thanks in advance
zarel22 1 year ago
Thank you so much for this video, I will be in New York next week and this will be my first time in the US too.
zarel22 1 year ago
@zarel22 same here :DD:D:D
Rockdimond 1 year ago
Thank You! This helped so much!!
adoorsable92 2 years ago
I drive a yellow cab in NYC. The video is mostly correct, but the fare went up a little bit. The fare info is posted on front doors, ON THE OUTSIDE of a cab. Also, now (2010), all yellow cabs have a touch screen in the back seat -- with all the information about the fare, a GPS map, and all the rules. There are more than 13,000 yellow cabs in NYC, soon all will be electric-gasoline hybrids. See you on the street!
:)
dmitriy40 2 years ago
Sorry, the fare info is posted on the REAR DOORS now (it used to be on front doors until few years ago). In any case, this info is on the outside of the cab, clearly visible to potential customers, and anyone on the street.
dmitriy40 2 years ago
i usually just take the limo :D that my parents pay for. so comfortable.
technoruler16 2 years ago
@technoruler16 um. fuck you.
PauloDouradoPhoto 1 year ago
I've never understood why people take cabs in Manhattan unless it's really, REALLY late or they're too drunk to walk or navigate the subway.
ryuuseicha 2 years ago
evangel you're absolutely right, cab drivers beginn loosing money after about ten minutes on one fare (when it's busy) It's in the cabbies best interest to get the next fare and to stay in busy areas. It's a complete myth that cabbies take longer routes, why do you think they drive so fast? It's to get rid of you as fast as possible, which from the customers perspective is good. Whenever a cab driver takes the long way it's by mistake, remember a cab driver deals with dozens of fares in a shift.
zingerbatter 2 years ago 7
3:30 He gets out on the wrong side!
bg1379 2 years ago
certain times during the day it's IMPOSSIBLE to get a cab. NEVER EVER get in one of those black cars, they will rip you off.
BriBri897 2 years ago
They take you the "scenic route". Which like, adds 30 bucks to the price.
nonmom123 2 years ago
wow. nice information. a must see for any tourist
addieroxrev09 2 years ago
Yeah, I wouldn't want to act like a noob like the guy in the video.
goomba008 2 years ago
8 dont weast ur time look at that cause it's not in are controlls it's all done automatic on holidays the drivers wont even see the freaking 50Cent or 1 dollars surcharge DID you know there are more then 13,000 yellow cabes in NYC ?
Neokhan 2 years ago
as part time cab driver step 1 u ask the cab/door men's the cab driver will tell you how much the fare is going to be from point A to B he might give u good estimate. but what are the chances of u ask the person on the street that he/she is new yorker not tourest ??.
Neokhan 2 years ago
Some cabs take the longer route to places for more money, so you better watch out for that...
NinjaZX6R2009 2 years ago
SORRY but thats just foolish...
A cabbie (Im one full time), makes about 10cents per street, to rip someone off you would have to take a 40 blocks deviation just to make extra $4 bucks doesn't really makes much sense right?
A cabbie makes money by making more fares. If you stay in a cab for more than 10 minutes the cabbie is loosing money all ready, a cabbie needs to pick you up and take you to your destination in the fastest more efficient way,
EVANGELIONHD 2 years ago
I don't know.. haven't taken a cab in NYC, I just walk... But that's what I heard...
NinjaZX6R2009 2 years ago
NinjaZX6R2009, I am a cab driver, and I agree with my colleague here. I make most money the moment I start the meter. Generally, the best passenger is a short-trip passenger. But there are some situations, when a driver might be tempted, especially long distance rides to outer Boroughs, etc. We now have a GPS map in the back seat, and you are right, IT NEVER HURTS FOR YOU TO PAY ATTENTION!
dmitriy40 2 years ago
we visited nyc recently, took some cab rides and it was not expensive at all. Drivers were all ok, confortable rides and fast. Its the best option and really worths it.
viagensimagens 2 years ago
viagensimagens, THANK YOU for your kind words! I am a yellow cab driver, and when I get a tourist in my car, I always try to help as much as I can with information and advice. I usually offer to take their picture IN A DRIVER'S SEAT, behind the wheel of my cab (I take out the keys, of course!). People love it!
:)
Come back to NYC soon!
dmitriy40 2 years ago 2
Hi dmitriy40. It was very good to have your answer. You know, cab drivers like you are, at the same time, a kind of tourist promoters, or maybe public relation agents. While doing you job, you help people and make them keep nice memories from NYC and its people. We really plan to return to ny, and next time will try to get on your cab to take that picture. :-) Great idea!! best wishes from Rio, Brazil.
viagensimagens 2 years ago
if you're a tourist and want to save money, do not take the cabs. public transport is much cheaper.
if you don't want to take the subway because you think that you might miss the sights on the way, then take the public buses. sure, it might take you a little longer than a cabride because of the stops, but it is far cheaper and you get to see the city as you ride through it.
flordemagda 2 years ago
flordemagda, if you are alone, your logic is correct.
But the statistical average NYC cab ride is about $7-8.
So if you are in a group of 3 or 4 people, many times cab is actually cheaper. Even for 2 people it might make more sense to pay $4 each for door-to-door service, rather than pay $2.25 each for subway or a bus. And you can also see the sights from a cab, you know! ... If you are in my cab, I could also tell you something about New York, gratis!
:)
dmitriy40 2 years ago
Wow rich hipster fools. I find it funny its great to use cabs sometimes but I find this silly.
jboogie2192 2 years ago
thanks for all the guide coz im planning to go to new york
moonwa1k3r 2 years ago
well for a cab driver to be out on the streets of New York City the have to pay $110 --$130 for 12 hours to take the cab from the Garage plus fill the the tank up once he is done working the 12 hour crazy ass shift not Only cab drivers are paying high price to rant the cab the have to deal with crazy Cops / and TLC fools any mistake wrong lane or wrong turn in manhattan u lose ur day pay since the tickets are even more the what u can make driving a cab So thats way Cab Driver are sometime rude
jamil316 2 years ago
jamil316, I drive a yellow cab since 1992. People do not give shit about cab driver's problems, they want service. And they deserve service, cause they are paying you. The best attitude is NOT TO EXPECT CUSTOMERS to be nice to you, but you should still always BE NICE TO YOUR CUSTOMERS. That's the job. You are in the hospitality business. if you adopt this attitude, IT WILL PAY OFF for you! Good luck!
dmitriy40 2 years ago
how much would i be looking at paying from newark to times square?
redzer06 2 years ago 2
too much, take the path train...
wiedep 2 years ago
this video is very interesting. Good information.
FerturPeruTravel 2 years ago 19
cabs are for tourist and rich yuppies. if you're on vacation and you want money to do something in new york city, TAKE THE DAMN SUBWAY!
MrPeeintheShower 2 years ago 15
Mhm!
SnApnea 2 years ago
I don't understand, if you're on vacation in New York, aren't you a tourist? :P
goomba008 2 years ago 2
yea anybody that goes there that doesnt live there is a tourist
leonardbutkiewicz93 2 years ago
@MrPeeintheShower bah but the NY subway is such a pain to work out if you're only there for a couple of days- it's not easy to navigate like the London tube or Paris Metro
naravul 1 year ago
new york is and always will be a jungle!
BackToBasikz 2 years ago 4
so true.
Fredo5227 2 years ago
...If they try play to that game, say "Ok I'll hop out at the next light." Another driver tried to run that game and I said that and he straightened right up and I got there in minutes.
InVisiBLeQT 3 years ago 4
very interresting
giovanni92300 3 years ago
I would've laughed if the cab driver was Ben Bailey.
:D
d1sAs7eR 3 years ago 3
you're a moron
sugar2th 3 years ago
very informative!
ClumsyFall 3 years ago
Oh, and PUT YOUR VALUABLES AWAY BEFORE getting out. Don't feel rushed, and do not start putting things away on your way out, as things are likely to fall out that way.
If you have a lot, ask the driver to be patient with you while gathering your belongings. MOST will be kind and may even help you.
Finally - If the driver is on the phone, use YOUR eyes to make sure he's paying attention. The ones on the phone are those who miss turns most. If they do, make sure they discount your fare.
lilnyc 3 years ago 2
Great vid, but...
1. Most NYers may NOT know the fare as many take subways and busses. Check with a hotel concierge or go online.
6. I asked for A/C, and the driver complained. Another refused to take me to one of the boroughs.
Complaining by phone means nothing because you have to go to court to complain!!
I suggest carrying a small camera with a video recorder. Record any confrontation, and make it public. When I used that method, one irate driver became instantly nice.
lilnyc 3 years ago
I am gonna use these tips next time I go to New York. Thanks HowCast!
tallntan6 3 years ago
CAbs are too expensive. Take the subway.
batain 3 years ago
This is really informative. Thanks for posting!!
AutumnLeaves86 3 years ago 5
the guy is cute.. lol
aoibhealfae 3 years ago 8
wow..i never knew half that stuff..
faeriedustgrl 3 years ago 27
i live in new york but wow there were a lot of facts in the video i didn't know about. thanks
Cherrysakura5 3 years ago 26
@Cherrysakura5 how did u get around b4? haha
whereswalid 1 year ago
it's so true at the end always get the reciept and look around to make shure you have your things because i was in NYC b4 and i almost forgot my phone in their and the guy jiped me and added an extra 5 dollars!!:(
OttawaSensfansince94 3 years ago
Super helpful!
brightshadows13 3 years ago 2
Have they done a video titled, "How to use your brain and apply some common sense"?
TechnoEngineer 3 years ago
awesome video!
EstepaOnYou 3 years ago
lol @ 1:30 (step 5)
mascaramess 3 years ago
you are a gay ass bozellnyc
itachisenpai123 3 years ago
This comment has received too many negative votes show
Cab drivers in NYC do not steel..what do you think this is CUBA or Russia or the year 1964 so distrusting to call the drivers unscrupulious people on net are far sneakier . Oh and then tell on the guy because he doesnt want to ride outside of Manhattan...oh this truly makes him bad...the world is so ruthless to others especially those that make so little money. you are probably the same type of person who would like to find a girlfriend on the internet or the type that looks for porn....oh yes,
bozellnyc 3 years ago
you get mad at him for judging, and here you go, doing the same thing. Nice.
shazmit 3 years ago 3
a little spelling and punctuation would really help people to read what you're trying to say
chanakw 3 years ago 2
Trolling the net to leave still nasty replies simply means you are at work stealing from your employers time or you are unemployed and a waste. Either way you are an ass.
bozellnyc 3 years ago
Don' be a dumbass, and don't try to sound smart and superior by talking down to people. And though this is far from the point, he could easily be relaxing on the computer after work hours, or enjoying a day off.
luigiguy 3 years ago 4
Didn't you just did the same thing? ...
pinkxvenom 3 years ago
Thank you Pink! ; )
bozellnyc 3 years ago
Cash cab
bassetflaps 3 years ago
Cash Cab! But seriously, I'm a new yorker and I didn't even know all that!
whycantijustskipthis 4 years ago