Australia’s largest taxi payment provider, Cabcharge, is rolling out new technology to address complaints about taxi services nationwide with a recent surge of drivers not using their meters and attempting to overcharge passengers.

Julie-anne Sprague talked to Cabcharge Chief Gary Becus about how endemic dodgy taxi drivers have become in Australia's capital cities, and how one of the world's biggest fare companies is dealing with the issue.

Yet Consumer Advocate Adam Glezer argued that the lengths don't go far enough, and the taxi industry as a whole is suffering because of the stigma.

Australia’s largest taxi payment provider, Cabcharge, is rolling out new technology to address complaints about taxi services nationwide with a recent surge of drivers not using their meters and attempting to overcharge passengers.
Julie-anne Sprague talked to Cabcharge Chief Gary Becus about how endemic dodgy taxi drivers have become in Australia's capital cities, and how one of the world's biggest fare companies is dealing with the issue.
Yet Consumer Advocate Adam Glezer argued that the lengths don't go far enough, and the taxi industry as a whole is suffering because of the stigma.

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Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague will break down the issues that matter to you.
It’s a conversation with the people of Perth where you’ll get to know more than just the headline. It connects you with some of the country’s leading experts in health, property and technology.
As well as the latest news, you’ll get informative tips and advice on everything from keeping your garden in bloom to the best travel spots, as well as behind-the-scenes takes on your favourite sports teams.
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