When it comes to staying safe on the backseat, it’s obvious to say that it boils down to being sensible and aware (yes, your belongings are for you to worry
about). Here are some more pointers:

Look who’s driving
This should be clearly visible on a laminated sheet of paper on the front left hand side of the dashboard. Although nine times out of ten it probably isn’t the driver’s, you can still get the identity number of the person who should be behind the wheel.

Jot down the license
Definitely another essential if you ever need to file a complaint, take a note of the license plate number, either before or after you get in the cab. If you are worried text it or take a picture and send it to a friend, your boo or your paranoid mother.

Record it
If you want to protest, be clear what you are protesting about. You need to know the date, time and specifi clocation of the incident along with a clear description of the actual grievance.

Call 1584
The Department of Land Transport will take down all the info and fi le a report. The driver will then be called in for investigation. If found guilty, the driver will be fined or punished accordingly. They claim you will then be contacted and informed of the results. Except we’ve done it and never been called back.