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How to quickly order a taxi?

How to quickly order a taxi?

While taxi rides can often be scheduled in advance, there are times when a car is needed immediately—such as for an urgent meeting, a train you are running late for, or picking up the kids after school.

Until recently, the rapid arrival of a booked taxi seemed like a fantasy. Modern booking services have put an end to long waits, offering excellent service and affordable fares.

How can you quickly book a taxi?

Rapid vehicle dispatch is impossible without modern technology. Leading booking services are actively developing online platforms, which significantly reduce booking times, eliminate address errors, and solve common issues faced by taxi fleets.

Booking a car quickly with Shark Taxi does not compromise service quality. The service ensures the same level of safety and comfort for both standard and urgent trips. To book a taxi urgently, you can use:

  • The smartphone app;
  • Via the service's website;
  • By phone.

Booking a car online offers numerous advantages. The booking forms on the website or in the app are simple yet address passengers' key needs. Placing an order online takes just a few clicks, saving a great deal of time. Furthermore, eliminating the dispatcher link helps reduce service costs. To book a taxi, you simply need to:

  • Mark the pickup and drop-off points on the map;
  • Select the pickup time;
  • Add any extra options.

Using the online app also allows your location to be detected via GPS—useful if you are unfamiliar with the city or unsure of your exact whereabouts—enabling you to hail a ride right from the curb and have the car arrive in about five minutes.

Contacting a dispatcher by phone is a good option if you prefer speaking to a real person or couldn't find the specific feature you needed online. A call to a representative allows you to quickly resolve any issues and book a vehicle. Modern services calculate the fare when you place the order, rather than stating the price only upon arrival at your destination.

Tips on convenient ways to book a car

Registering in the app makes booking a taxi online even faster. Shark Taxi saves your trip history, so re-booking takes just a few seconds—you simply need to specify the new pickup time.

While you can book a taxi via computer at home, using the app frees you from being tethered to a bulky desktop. Your smartphone is always with you, allowing you to book a ride from anywhere with an internet connection. The app also automatically calculates the fare based on distance or travel time.

Knowing the estimated travel time helps you plan your schedule more precisely, while the option to choose your own route ensures you can reach all your stops on time.

Calling by phone is a good option if an internet connection is unavailable. A dispatcher can also clarify service details and answer questions, though this process takes a little longer.

Advantages of booking a taxi on demand

With Shark Taxi, passengers decide for themselves what they need for a comfortable journey. The online service offers many advantages not available with traditional dispatcher-based services. The main benefits of booking a taxi via the app include:

  • Improved driver punctuality, thanks to the ability to specify the exact desired pickup time;
  • The option to choose the vehicle class yourself;
  • The ability to see the trip cost, distance to the destination, and travel time in advance;
  • A wide range of additional services designed for the quick selection of the right vehicle for your trip;
  • Automatic search for the nearest suitable car, reducing waiting time;
  • Options to pay by card or cash and receive a receipt for services.
  • With Shark Taxi, every trip is quick, affordable, and convenient.
02.10.2018
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