I was stationed at Fort Sam Houston for military training during the month of July. I used Yellow Cab San Antonio twice during my stay, and was overcharged (double-charged) both times. I question the ethics of the company, and drivers- when they will stoop so low as to scam active duty military personnel.
The first trip was from my hotel (3325 William Hardee Rd., Ft. Sam Houston, TX) to a local restaurant (200 E. Grayson St., San Antonio, TX). The total trip mileage according to Mapquest is 3.0 miles The estimated far for this 3.0 mile trip according to the online Yellow Cab fare estimator is $10.81. I was charged $18.62, and left a $5 tip in addition to the charge.
The return trip was from a gas station/strip mall area (1155 Harry Wurzbach Rd., San Antonio, TX) to my hotel (3325 William Hardee Rd., Ft. Sam Houston, TX). The total trip mileage according to Mapquest is 1.04 miles. The estimated fare for this 1.04 mile trip according to the online Yellow Cab fare estimator is $5.65. I was charged $11.74, and left a $2 tip in addition to the charge.