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 Cars for UBER / Grab, Which one should I choose

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Icehart
post Apr 23 2017, 01:21 AM

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QUOTE(AskarPerang @ Apr 22 2017, 04:56 PM)
really depends on your 4 hours is from what time until what time?
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I'm planning to start part time driving, generally available for 6-7 hours a day. I run a business but I manage to make it autopilot for now. What's the best time to drive, any suggestion?
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post Apr 24 2017, 07:06 PM

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QUOTE(Icehart @ Apr 23 2017, 01:21 AM)
I'm planning to start part time driving, generally available for 6-7 hours a day. I run a business but I manage to make it autopilot for now. What's the best time to drive, any suggestion?
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morning and afternoon time, when rain downpour, straight go to LRT station, sure LRT got problem again biggrin.gif
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post Apr 24 2017, 08:57 PM

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QUOTE(coolstore @ Apr 24 2017, 07:06 PM)
morning and afternoon time, when rain downpour, straight go to LRT station, sure LRT got problem again  biggrin.gif
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Thanks for your suggestion biggrin.gif
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post Apr 26 2017, 03:08 PM

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QUOTE(coolstore @ Apr 21 2017, 12:33 PM)
u go test sit, then u would know  biggrin.gif

yes amble space for luggage, but then rider backache travelling to airport, later give u bad rating  shakehead.gif

there are a plenty bezza as grab/uber now, exterior feel more luxury compare to myvi/axia...
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did test it already for almost 30min, both me n wife are ok with it.. until got backache i cannot imagine how? yes its kinda almost 90 degree, but no problem for me..
i think what's more important is driver attitude.. u need to be polite and welcome your rider comfortably..
other things like tidiness, cleanliness and with fresh fragrance are extra bonus for rider..
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post Apr 26 2017, 03:13 PM

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QUOTE(Icehart @ Apr 23 2017, 01:21 AM)
I'm planning to start part time driving, generally available for 6-7 hours a day. I run a business but I manage to make it autopilot for now. What's the best time to drive, any suggestion?
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got the same idea.. planning to do part time too..
did see the table, peak hour to get best payout.. peak hour are morning from 5-9am and evening 4-9pm iinm
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post Apr 26 2017, 04:20 PM

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QUOTE(Icehart @ Apr 23 2017, 01:21 AM)
I'm planning to start part time driving, generally available for 6-7 hours a day. I run a business but I manage to make it autopilot for now. What's the best time to drive, any suggestion?
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QUOTE(amad108 @ Apr 26 2017, 03:13 PM)
got the same idea.. planning to do part time too..
did see the table, peak hour to get best payout.. peak hour are morning from 5-9am and evening 4-9pm iinm
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for newbie, i suggest jus whack it anytime u free. get d feel of it 1st. then onli make decision so it suits ur time n preference.
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QUOTE(low yat 82 @ Apr 26 2017, 04:20 PM)
for newbie, i suggest jus whack it anytime u free. get d feel of it 1st. then onli make decision so it suits ur time n preference.
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ok, thanks for the tips.. but why ya? is it just need familiar it first?
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post Apr 27 2017, 08:39 AM

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QUOTE(amad108 @ Apr 27 2017, 07:07 AM)
ok, thanks for the tips.. but why ya? is it just need familiar it first?
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u need to noe how much is too much of cancel n ignore area dat u more prone to drive. u need to get used to which is consider busy area n non busy area. u need to noe how to get around demanding riders, u need to noe area dat u shud not go even d price is high. there is much to learn.
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QUOTE(low yat 82 @ Apr 27 2017, 08:39 AM)
u need to noe how much is too much of cancel n ignore area dat u more prone to drive. u need to get used to which is consider busy area n non busy area. u need to noe how to get around demanding riders, u need to noe area dat u shud not go even d price is high. there is much to learn.
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ok, thanks for the tips again.. thumbsup.gif
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all in all, u need to hav a group of driver community. join lyn grab uber grup.hihi
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post Apr 28 2017, 10:56 AM

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Any whatsapp group for Uber/Grab drivers ?
Can add me please ?


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post May 20 2017, 10:00 AM

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Axia can fit large thing if remove the rear cover. Photo credit to SleepleesEyes tongue.gif
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And rating does not really relate with car if you know how... So far i can maintain 4.9x with axia, now 4.95.

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post May 20 2017, 04:47 PM

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QUOTE(jocelyn617 @ May 20 2017, 02:23 PM)
Considering the petrol price in Malaysia, can drivers still be able to cover the costs and earn from the rides?
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Have a look at my other post with relation to cost. https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/4274141

Don't feel it is worth driving on part-time basis while have to buy a car for the sole purpose of driving for uber/grab. Calculation based on fuel priced at RM2.24, price at that time.
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post May 20 2017, 05:03 PM

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the concept is to use your own car...

if you got to buy a car for it, then its not as worth as it intended to..


QUOTE(jocelyn617 @ May 20 2017, 02:23 PM)
Considering the petrol price in Malaysia, can drivers still be able to cover the costs and earn from the rides?
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kek


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post May 21 2017, 10:48 PM

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Thanks Effy92 for your compliments. Was trying to prove that a little car like Axia can be a Goliath even.

To leftback, let me tell you something. If you are doing Grab long enough, you will feel that boot space , yes, is an importance, but not top priority. You are unlikely to get Klia trips every single day (if you do, i salute you).

Im doing grab full time btw. I was in your shoes when deciding either a Saga, or Bezza 1.0l. But finally i settled down with Axia. Never regretted.

The Axia is a perfect choice for Grab operations. What more with the bare bone E spec. Even i myself dont recommend myvi.
Super fuel efficient yet sufficient boot space for any KLIA trips. Forget myvi. The boot space is a joke. With or without the shelf.
1 full tank, 25-26litres of fuel, based on manual tranny (im using e spec) can get 410-420km, mixed driving.
(Its like they say : Real men uses 3 pedals, lol)

That work outs like 17.x km per litre. You cant get that on a Myvi what more the guzzling auto version. Maybe the manual version can come close. But axia still wins fc.

I wont quote how many cents per km or how much per full tank cause you know la, our crazy govt. changes prices every week.

I think Proton is also equally reliable; just take a look at how many taxis are Proton (yes i know its compulsory for them). Yes i understand Cvt reliability will be a concern, but i can tell you, i have 2 other cvt-based cars in my family, with the Honda having 100k plus mileage, is still running well.

So the choice is yours, either the saga or the Axia. Forget the myvi. But as for me, I'm loving my Axia. Not because i anti Proton.
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Haha i got 2009 honda city with milelage 140k today...will it be suitable as uber car???considering 2 do full time after 10 years working under somebody and better be own boss laugh.gif laugh.gif
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QUOTE(leftback @ Apr 12 2017, 07:06 PM)
Thinking of doing Uber / Grab on a part-time basis. However need a newer car, so which one should I choose?

I've narrowed down my search to the following 3 cars:

1. Proton Saga.  The reason, cheapest and largest booth space among the 3, large boot space and airport trips should not be a problem.  Concerns, maintenance cost and reliability concerns over the CVT gearbox. Brakes are not very good.

2. Axia. Cheap operating cost and maintenance. Concerns,  Small boot space, might be a concern for airport trips.

3. Myvi. Cheap operating cost and maintenance. Concerns,  Small boot space, might be a concern for airport trips, cost the most among the three.

Thanks for your input.  smile.gif
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post May 26 2017, 06:48 AM

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Cheap car for cheap rides :-)


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QUOTE(skylinelover @ May 22 2017, 10:25 PM)
Haha i got 2009 honda city with milelage 140k today...will it be suitable as uber car???considering 2 do full time after 10 years working under somebody and better be own boss laugh.gif laugh.gif
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Any input anyone? laugh.gif laugh.gif
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post May 26 2017, 10:45 AM

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QUOTE(skylinelover @ May 26 2017, 08:40 AM)
Any input anyone? laugh.gif laugh.gif
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Of course it qualifies as a Uber car.



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