TAXI.RIO - Taxista 3.14.1

The TAXI.RIO brings modernization to the public taxi service in Rio de Janeiro, offering transparency and no licensing fees for the taxi driver. The TAXI.RIO driver will ensure users receive a service that is secure, reliable, and efficient.

TAXI.RIO leverages familiar market technologies while uniquely being a public service. This means you won't incur any costs for the application's licensing.

With TAXI.RIO, drivers can now receive ride requests under both fare rates 1 and 2, offering the maximum discount range considered most competitive in each scenario, receiving only requests that fall within the discount range selected.

Crucially, in the second version, payment through the app's embedded credit card feature will be available. Additionally, a pioneering business model is being developed by the government to ensure card payments go directly to drivers without passing through public channels.

TAXI.RIO current features include:

• Setting rates through the app under fare rates 1 and 2
• Driver-determined maximum discount range
• Real-time estimates of time and distance to pick-up or drop-off locations
• External app link for route guidance (Waze/Google)
• Clear breakdown of fare details (total fare, discounts, initial charge)
• Ride history accessible on the website
• Certified registration verification on the website

Upcoming features:

• Continuous evolution plan to make TAXI.RIO a comprehensive service for both drivers and passengers
• In-app messaging between passenger and driver
• Integrated ride payment feature in the app ("voucher")
• Viewing earnings by period
• Corporate client service
• Incentive and preference system based on performance and ratings (e.g., special access to events)
• Fleet occupancy optimization system with ride allocation
• Receiving subsequent ride requests when near completion of the current ride
• Receiving targeted payment-request rides
• Panic button for emergencies: direct connection to Rio Operations Center (COR)
• Risk area mapping for ride requests
• Scheduling SMTR services via the app
• Maintenance: reporting safety and conservation incidents directly to 1746 helpline
• Reducing driver expenses with systems integration for criminal record information