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As we told you way back in February,
rideshare services like UberX and Lyft are facing a crackdown by LAX officials.
This has included fines in the past and, more recently, impoundment. In fact, NBC
Los Angeles is reporting that more than 40 UberX and Lyft vehicles were
impounded in the first week of July alone. These efforts took off after a cease-and-desist
letter was issued by the California Public Utilities Commission.
The CPUC regulates ride services, known as Transportation
Network Companies. These TNCs are supposed to get permission to operate at LAX,
but these companies have not. In addition to the companies already mentioned,
the CPUC has banned SideCar, Summons, and Wingz from operating at the airport.
Cracking down on the drivers with impounding and fines is
all well and good, but many people wonder whether or not the CPUC should go
after the companies themselves. Ridesharing services coordinate drivers and
passengers, but their drivers operate their own vehicles. Impounding hurts
these drivers, but the companies have paid no penalties. Making matters worse
for these companies – which are essentially unlicensed taxi services – are allegations
of theft on the part of drivers. Coupled with the lack of regulation on these
vehicles, LAX officials have been spurred to action.
Individual drivers can obtain licenses from the CPUC to pick
up at the airport, but most continue to flaunt the rules. Avoiding the hassle
that comes with using one of these rideshare services seems like a no-brainer. Instead
of taking the chance that the UberX you’re getting into is about to be
impounded, why not use a convenient airport
shuttle service? Hilton LAX Parking offers free shuttle service to and from
LAX, every 15-20 minutes. Your car will be secure in our covered lot, and you
won’t have to worry about one of our drivers taking off with your things still
onboard.
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