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The Etiquette of Taxi Driver Gratuities
While tipping is never a mandatory gesture, if you receive a quality, friendly cab ride to your place of location, providing your driver with a “thank-you” simply shows your gratitude. Whether you are taking a short trip to downtown Orillia, or require a trip to Casino Rama, offering a tip is very much appreciated and like other customer service industries, it’s an important facet of the taxi service industry. So what are some basic guidelines for tipping your Orillia cab driver?
•General Tipping – As a standard guideline, when using a cab service to head downtown for the night, visit a friend, or complete errands, you should aim to tip 15% of your total cab fare. If you enjoyed your taxi ride and received friendly service for the duration of your trip, it’s always nice to thank your cab driver and show your appreciation.
•Extra Service – While your taxi driver is by no means obligated to help you with your shopping bags or luggage, many drivers at Able Taxi will lend a hand out of kindness for a more efficient cab ride, ensuring you get where you need to be on time. Additionally it is appreciated when as a passenger, you acknowledge the driver has done everything to make your ride a relaxed and comfortable one; whether it’s engaging you in conversation, tuning in to your favorite radio station, or respecting your wish for a silent ride. Remember, that you aren’t required to tip better when you notice these gestures, but if you’re impressed with the service you received, why not show it?
•Tip with Fare – When you supply your taxi driver with a tip, you should simply include it with the total fare. If you are paying cash, then provide extra money to account for the tip. If you require change, ask for money back, subtracting the amount you’re planning to give for the tip. If you are using a credit card, then the system will automatically ask if you’d like to leave a tip… it’s as simple as that!
With the exceptional service you will receive from our Able Taxi drivers, we are confident you will be more than happy to thank your driver with a tip of some kind. As always, we are your number one source for a safe and reliable taxi ride throughout the Orillia area. Please feel free to contact us at if you have any questions!
Posted January 10, 2014 by