I’ve had some problems with my car lately, so I started taking Uber. What a great idea that was. I downloaded the Uber app on my phone. You enter your name, address, and credit card number. When you need a ride, you just type in the address you are going to. It shows you the price before you ever confirm that you need the ride. It then shows you exactly where your driver is at the time, and how long it will take to get to you. From the safety standpoint, they have thought of everything. You are given your driver’s name, photo, and a description of the car including license plate number.

That, of course, did not stop me from almost getting in the wrong car when I first started using Uber. A car approached me, standing on the street, and stopped in front of me. I almost jumped in. I’m much more careful now to look at the make of the car or license plate if I can and look for the Uber sticker on the front window.

After you get out of the car, your credit card is automatically charged the fare. You are given the opportunity to rate your driver, and/or add a tip, which is not required.

All of the drivers I have had have been very nice. I look forward to having my car repaired soon, but in the meantime, I’m thankful I’ve found Uber.