Since 2012, Brett Helling has built expertise in the rideshare and delivery sectors, working with major platforms like Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash.
He acquired Ridester.com in 2014, the first ridesharing marketplace, leveraging his direct experience to enhance the site. His insights at Ridester are recognized by Forbes, Vice, and CNBC.
Expanding his reach, Brett founded Gigworker.com and authored “Gigworker: Independent Work and the State of the Gig Economy“, demonstrating his comprehensive knowledge of the gig economy.
Owner, Ridester.com Updated on: October 13, 2023
Key Information
Introduction to VIP Taxi
Arizona-based, family-owned taxi service launched in 2007, modernizing local taxi experience in Phoenix and Tucson.
Unique Services Offered:
VIP Taxi provides airport transfers, senior transport, non-emergency medical transport, and car seat requests. Rewards and business services are also available.
Transparent Pricing Structure
Flat rates for rides, $2.95 base taxi fee with $2.25/mile, airport transfers have zip code-based rates, and a variety of rates for specialized services.
Driving for VIP Taxi
Prospective drivers attend Reliable Driver seminars, acquire AED and CPR certifications, and undergo thorough background checks. Average salary in Phoenix area is around $37,000/year.
With the rising popularity of ridesharing, it’s easy to forget the precursor to many of the companies like Uber and Lyft: the local taxi service.
While some cities haven’t seen much change for their local taxi cabs, VIP Taxi in Arizona does things a little differently.
Let’s take a look at how this business is bringing taxis into the 21st century and how they stack up against the big names in ridesharing.
VIP Taxi is an Arizona-based transportation company. They offer a range of taxi and transportation services to some of the major population centers in Arizona.
As a family-owned business, VIP Taxi services offer options for families and visitors that bigger companies tend to gloss over.
The main option is a taxi cab service. Using the VIP Taxi app or website, customers can book taxi rides where the company operates.
Unlike other ridesharing apps, VIP Taxi has a flat rate no matter where or when you book the ride. Also, the taxi driver has accommodations for things like luggage and extra passengers at no extra charge.
Another big taxi service from VIP Taxi is airport transfers. The company does a lot of business with both Phoenix Sky Harbor and Tuscon International Airport, making it easy for visitors to these cities to get rides.
Because they can be ordered via phone, text, or app, airport shuttle services from VIP Taxi are convenient, too.
