Formula 1’s upcoming stop in Las Vegas in mid-November is already sparking controversy due to certain decisions made by local authorities to capitalize on the event. After “resolving” issues related to labor protests, a new case involving the Taxicab Authority has emerged, as its board has approved a special surcharge for rides targeted at European fans.
The Las Vegas event continues to be a hot topic within the Formula 1 community. This race, which aims to be the most glamorous on the World Championship calendar, is shaping up to be a celebration of extravagant expenses and exorbitant prices. Not only are there packages tailored for the extremely wealthy guests of local hotel-casinos, but there are now measures that negatively impact ordinary spectators.
The Las Vegas Taxicab Authority, the state agency responsible for taxi management, has decided to approve a $15 surcharge on all fixed-rate trips for the Grand Prix weekend. An additional surcharge will also be applied to metered rides. All of this is an attempt to address the “unpleasant” tendency of Europeans not tipping.
Apparently, the concern is that Las Vegas taxi drivers might be reluctant to work during race days because they are forced to chauffeur fans from the Old Continent who are accustomed to tipping “less” than Americans. With the traffic in Sin City expected to be chaotic during the Grand Prix, the European surcharge on taxis is just one of the issues that fans will have to contend with.
According to some local sources, this “European surcharge” on taxis won’t be the only additional cost during the weekend. More and more businesses are ready to impose significantly higher prices, making an already expensive event even more unattainable for many.
Source: f1ingenerale
Nov 2, 2023
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