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Just like Uber, which added wait time fees in 2016.
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Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are super convenient, but patrons shouldn’t take advantage of that convenience and show up late for a ride. Following in Uber’s footsteps, Lyft will now charge customers a late fee for making a driver sit around and wait for them.
Lyft recently updated its rider support documents, which outline the changes, and it’s not as bad as you probably think. If your Lyft driver sits around for more than two minutes, the company can add a late fee to the trip. Uber has done the same thing dating back to 2016. Respect your driver’s time.
It’s worth noting that this is only for tardy passengers taking their sweet time. If a driver arrives early, you won’t get charged. The clock starts after the original estimated pickup time, and after the driver waits for two minutes, they can activate the fee for a late passenger.
The wait time is extended to five minutes if you order a Lyft Lux Black or Lux…
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