How many kilometers does a taxi start?

How many kilometers does the taxi start? Comparison of starting prices and mileage in major cities across the country

Recently, the discussion on taxi pricing standards has become one of the hot topics on the Internet. Many passengers have questions about the mileage included in the starting price. Especially after the new round of oil price adjustments, changes in the taxi pricing system in some cities have attracted widespread attention. This article will sort out taxi starting prices and mileage data in major cities across the country to help passengers better understand industry standards.

1. Comparison of taxi starting prices in key cities across the country (data statistics as of November 2023)

2. Market logic of starting mileage setting

1.costing factors: The setting of starting mileage is usually directly related to the vehicle operating cost. According to industry estimates, taxis have the highest empty driving rate within 3 kilometers, and this part of the cost needs to be covered by the starting price.

2.Urban traffic characteristics: For example, cities such as Chengdu set a shorter starting mileage of 1.5 kilometers due to narrow roads in old urban areas and high demand for short distances; while large cities such as Beijing generally use the 3-kilometer standard because the average transportation distance is long.

3.Impact of new energy vehicle promotion: Cities such as Xi'an have set higher starting prices for new energy vehicles to reflect the difference in charging costs and fuel vehicles.

3. Analysis of recent hot events

1.Fuel surcharge dispute: The practice of including surcharges directly into the starting price in Shenzhen and other cities has triggered discussions. Some consumers believe that this reduces price transparency.

2.Holiday price adjustment mechanism: Chengdu’s policy of increasing starting prices by 20% during the Spring Festival has become a hot topic. Supporters believe it is in line with market rules, while opponents believe it will increase the burden of holiday travel.

3.Impact of online ride-hailing competition: Data shows that the starting mileage of taxis in some cities has been adjusted from 3 kilometers to 2.5 kilometers in recent years, which is seen as a strategy to cope with the "one-price" competition from online car-hailing services.

4. International comparative reference

5. Practical suggestions for consumers

1.Short distance travel options: For trips within 2 kilometers, it is recommended to compare the real-time pricing of online ride-hailing services. Shared bicycles may be more economical in some cities.

2.Price objection handling: If the driver does not charge according to the meter, you can write down the license plate number and complain to the 12328 traffic service hotline.

3.Special period prediction: After 23:00 at night and in rainy and snowy weather, many cities allow taxis to charge additional service fees. It is recommended to understand the local regulations in advance.

4.Advantages of electronic payment: Use Alipay and WeChat payment to automatically generate electronic invoices to facilitate reimbursement and rights protection and evidence collection.

According to statistics, the average daily number of taxi services nationwide exceeds 40 million. Understanding the starting price rules is not only related to personal rights and interests, but also an important window for observing urban transportation policies. Passengers are advised to regularly check the official website of the local transportation department for the latest price adjustment information.