Safety Tips for Travelling in Emeryville Cabs

It’s only logical to research on anything and everything before visiting unfamiliar locale, right? But most people forget or simply ignore the cab part. Cab drivers are literally your ‘guardian angel’ in an alien state. At that very moment you get into a cab, they are in charge of you because you have no clue whatsoever where you are or headed. So basically they are your guide that’s why it is important to be cautious which taxi you get into.

1. Order a Taxi

Calling or emailing a recognized cab company to order is a sure way of guaranteeing your safety. But the best and efficient way is by calling because you get instant feedback and it makes more sense. This way, you can communicate with the company in case of delays, incidents or accidents. Also, most cab companies in Emeryville record orders in their database. So in case you lose any of your belongings, the company can easily trace the cab you used plus the driver. Check out the list of cabs in Emeryville here.

2. Before entering a cab, agree upon the fare first

Many people have a habit of flagging down a taxi and hopping in without asking or agreeing to a certain amount of fee. Don’t sit and assume the fare is the same as your home area because it’s not. These are the same people who whine how cab drivers are ripping off innocent citizens their hard earned money. All these mishaps can be avoided if you simple ask and agree the fare with taxi driver. By asking first you actually avoid being overcharged.

3. Avoid transportation from brokers at the airport

People love inexpensive things but sometimes cheap can really be expensive. Your safety comes first that’s why you should get authorized cabs in the taxi stands at the airport. Have you ever thought the risk involved in boarding a taxi from unauthorized operator? For one, in case of any incident or misunderstanding with the driver, you cannot report to anyone hence no action will be taken against the driver. Secondly, if you forget your belongings, how will you be able trace the cab among many taxi in Emeryville? You must admit it’s a great hustle. So before dashing into any cab you come across at the airport, think twice.

4. Get into a cab you feel safe

You have the right to get off a taxi you don’t feel safe or comfortable in. If the driver gives you the heebie-jeebies don’t get into that cab. Just avoid the creepy cab driver at all cost because if you don’t, it will be one of the longest, most tortuous rides you will ever experience. Breathing a sigh of relief at the end of every journey can be dodged by getting into a cab you feel safe.

Safety tips courtesy of Tip Top Cab

Serving City of Berkeley and Oakland, San Francisco & San Jose Airports