Influencer Charged Rs 27,000 for 5-km Uber Ride, Later Receives Refund
A bizarre Uber incident sparked widespread attention when Sophie Greene, a New Jersey influencer, was charged an astonishing Rs 27,000 for a 5-km ride from Manhattan to Weehawken. The trip, originally quoted at Rs 7,560, ballooned due to severe traffic delays. While traveling with friends after a birthday celebration, Greene faced a two-hour crawl through Midtown Manhattan congestion exacerbated by SantaCon festivities and road closures.
Despite Uber sending safety-check texts during the prolonged ride, no warnings about fare adjustments were issued. Greene expressed shock upon discovering the inflated bill post-trip, as she hadn’t requested detours or stops. Her attempts to dispute the charge initially failed until she posted about it on Instagram, where her story gained traction. Uber refunded her the difference, honoring the original quote of Rs 7,560.
Uber spokesperson Josh Gold confirmed fare adjustments for similar incidents caused by extreme delays. While Greene welcomed the refund, she speculated Uber might rely on riders overlooking such discrepancies during busy seasons. The ordeal underscores the unpredictability of surge pricing and the importance of fare transparency in rideshare services.
Refrence From: www.ndtv.com