An Uber driver’s strict rules for passengers have gone viral, sparking mixed reactions online about their reasonableness and tone.
New York: So, there’s this Uber driver who made a list of rules for passengers, and it’s gone totally viral. A Reddit user, @LieutenantChonkster, shared a photo of this laminated note that was hanging in the car, and people are buzzing about it.
The note kicks off with a friendly greeting but quickly dives into a bunch of rules. Some of them are pretty standard, like keeping pets on the floor and not letting kids kick the seats. But then it gets a bit wild. The driver won’t let you make phone calls and won’t turn down the radio for you either.
One line says, “I will not turn my radio off or down to inaudibility for your personal or business calls.” It’s like, wow, okay! The driver wants you to handle your calls before or after the ride. No exceptions!
People on Reddit are split. Some think the rules are fair, but the way they’re written feels a bit harsh. For instance, the driver warns that if you eat or drink in the car, you could get hit with a cleaning fee starting at $50. Yikes!
And if you cough or sneeze without covering your mouth, you might get reported. But hey, wearing a seatbelt is up to you, even though you could get a ticket for it. The driver says if you’re not enjoying the ride or can’t follow the rules, they’ll pull over for you to request another driver.
In the end, the driver thanks everyone for respecting these “simple” rules. But many folks are saying that some of these rules aren’t so simple, and the tone could use a little kindness.
One commenter said the only unreasonable thing was the refusal to turn down the music. They think the rest is just common courtesy. But others feel that having a long list of don’ts, especially with that preachy tone, is a bit much.
It’s a wild ride, for sure! What do you think? Are these rules too strict, or just common sense?
