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Mumbai's Overcharging Tuk-Tuk Drivers (How to Take a Rickshaw in India!)
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189,968 Views • May 4, 2023 • Click to toggle off description
I thought tuk-tuk (rickshaw) drivers went by the meter in Mumbai? Not all do! So I'll show you what to do when they don't. What you'll also notice in this video is both drivers trying to collude on price with other drivers whenever you're in a group situation hiring multiple drivers to get everyone from A to B. They'll always be trying to bargain and asking the other driver how much they're getting - rather than using the meter which avoids all this hassle.

00:00 Drivers not using meters in Mumbai
00:51 Driver won't start the meter!
01:36 What's the law?
02:45 Avoid arguing by using meter
03:34 Another driver not taking the meter

Hailing a rickshaw in Mumbai can be a bit different from hailing a taxi or a ride-sharing service in other cities, but it can be a safe and convenient way to get around the city. Here are some tips to help you hail a rickshaw safely in Mumbai:

Look for a licensed rickshaw: Make sure the rickshaw you hail has a meter. This will ensure that you are not overcharged for your ride.

Know the fare: Familiarize yourself with the standard fare for your route before you hail a rickshaw. This will help you negotiate a fair price and avoid being overcharged.

Avoid hailing from busy roads: Avoid hailing a rickshaw from busy roads or intersections, which can be unsafe. Instead, look for a designated rickshaw stand or ask a local for recommendations.

Sit in the back: When you get into the rickshaw, sit in the back seat and close the door securely. This will help you stay safe in case of an accident or theft.

Share your ride details: Share your ride details, including the driver's name, license plate number, and destination, with a friend or family member. This will ensure that someone knows where you are and can help you in case of an emergency.

By following these tips, you can safely hail a rickshaw and enjoy the sights and sounds of Mumbai.

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@KarlRock

11 months ago

Always verify that the meter is working and set to the correct fare before starting the journey. What other tips do you have for taking rickshaws?

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@KarlRock

11 months ago

You can report overcharging to the Maharashtra Traffic Police through the MumTrafficApp app. But I suspect no foreigner is going to want to deal with the Police, plus it's not worth the time for tourists anyway. Locals with this constant problem may want to report it. So just stick to ride apps, and try to travel outside of rush hours because the ride apps run out of cars often in Mumbai.

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@petersmith730

11 months ago

We found in Mumbai if the rickshaw drivers stop and try to haggle you for a ride just ignore them. Only approach the ones that ignore you. They're almost always honest. The other trick is to use google maps in front of them so they don't take you the long way round.

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@MrAnanthaP

11 months ago

In Chennai, metres are installed but NO DRIVER will use it. Oh well, in my lifetime (more than 20 years) of using tuk tuks, I have been charged "by the meter" only a few (less than 5) times.

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@xSixSx

11 months ago

They don’t turn on the meter then I’m not paying simple as that.

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@Prad106

11 months ago

Hellow Karl we all are missing the old Karl who used to roam each and every corner of India to do the vlog, i hope you get that old karl out for one more time ❤!

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@heavenrainheaven

11 months ago

I’m quite surprised this happened to you in Mumbai. I never rode a rickshaw without a meter in last 25 years of visiting Mumbai. Don’t know if it’s due to rush hour or the auto wala’s picked you guys aren’t local.

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@HairyMalik

11 months ago

Mumbai rickshaw drivers are still one of the most honest ones in India but the quality has degared substantially post covid. Your travels teach us so much, so keep exploring bro 🤘

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@adityahebbalkar3697

11 months ago

Many people don't know about meter tampering it happens a lot in mumbai. They manipulate the meters ecu & control the meter through a hidden switch beside & below thier accelerator. By pressing the button the meter think kilometers are running & jumps the price very fast, faster than usual kilometers jump which increases gradually after every while. There is red dot button at last of the price meter row. That button keeps on blinking while the rickshaw is moving & measures the distance & fare accordingly. That red blinking button stops blinking when the rickshaw has stopped at a signal or stalled. If that button keeps on blinking even at stalled or stopped rickshaw that means the meter has been tampered & the driver is using button to raise the km & price.

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@Sriram-ig6pr

11 months ago

NAHI CHAHIYE JI! It's an emotion in itself haha :D Edit: Here in Tamil Nadu, there is a fight between rapido and auto drivers lol. These auto drivers don't understand they are the problem that has led to ppl using other services

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@tonychin1091

11 months ago

I've been to Mumbai 2 times and took a Rickshaw probably a hundred times, never ever have I met a dishonest driver.

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@TheRealMusicholic

11 months ago

I am born and brought up in Mumbai. I have never ever not paid by meter. But yes, I do agree that when the autowala recognizes tourists, they try to charge more.

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@SteveDyke_Dykie_Travel

11 months ago

When I was in Mumbai, around 80% of the Tuk-Tuk drivers refused to take me when I said I would only travel with them if the meter was turned on. The normal taxis all used meter even without asking.

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@nightcrawleroriginal

11 months ago

Nice to see you and your wife traveling together Karl, it's to bad you have to deal with stuff like this though, I'll stick to the bipedal method after watching that gong show with those shaw drivers, wow. Thanks for the video just the same, well done. :)

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@manangoenka56

11 months ago

90% of the places in Mumbai, autos always use meter. Mumbai has the most honest and kind auto drivers I've ever experiences anywhere in India. I've lived in Mumbai for 5 years. I've gotten rides for free multiple times. Once I forgot my phone in an auto and the man came back on his own to give it to me.

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@ankitsinghmeerutiya3503

11 months ago

In Mumbai, when you come out of Airport, there would be many Auto rickshaw walas who don’t use meter and ask for Rs 250, 300 or so for a ride. But, If you take a walk from Airport’s exit to the main road (walking distance) then you can easily find Auto rickshaws running according to meter readings. 🙌🏻

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@joel_gibbs

11 months ago

Always look forward to your uploads ☺️

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@pun2k

4 months ago

Top video man, I'm going in 7 days so was good to understand what to pay. Thank you!

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@TS-pq8km

11 months ago

On my recent trip to Delhi I tried the uber autorickshaw option. The driver would accept and then cancel a minute or so later. Agree..any trip over 200 rupees take an uber/ola car

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@georgreg

11 months ago

They have to use the meter and cannot charge extra. Else don't pay them. People around are always ready to support when it comes to rickshaw drivers.

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