To me, the need to resort to such tactics indicates that Uber doesn&#x27;t have a very big advantage over its competitors.<p>The usual reason passengers seem to prefer Uber is their easier availability and greater reliability. Others will catch on to this soon enough.<p>It is also notable that in places with a better reputation for taxi services, such as in London, Uber&#x27;s inroads have not been as great as they have been in SF or NY.