Why are taxi drivers so stupid?

Question

They always take the longest route with more traffic and always ignore my suggested route, they get my address wrong or can’t find my address. When i do tell the quicker route they just ignore me and give me a blank look.

Answer 1

That's how they make their money. By cheating customers.

Answer 2

That's how they make more money. It's the passenger that's stupid for not realizing this.

Answer 3

and I bet they are paid by time and distance - who is stupid here?

Answer 4

rnaybe theyre used to taking the other routes

Answer 5

They're not stupid, they're making more money.

If you know you're being fleeced, be more assertive.

Answer 6

That isn't stupid, that's sly. Charging you more.

Answer 7

They are stupid all the way to the bank. The only time you will see a taxi driver rushing around is when they're going to their next pick-up.

Answer 8

They're trying to make more money for the company. It's all about money.

Answer 9

They're getting paid by the mile. They take the longer route because it pays them more.

Answer 10

Carry your own portable GPS with you.