If you are new to a big city, chances are you will be soon taking taxis as transportation. A few simple tips will help you along in taxi etiquette.

Remember that you are not the only person waiting for a taxi. Be aware of your surroundings, and if another person has been waiting for a taxi, do not run up and take it from them. Another one will arrive soon.

You may want to share a fare with another, even a stranger, to save money or get out of rain or snow faster. When sharing a fare, it is appropriate to split the cost.

Friends often share cabs when going in similar directions. In this case, as each person exits the cab, they should pay for their share and the tip.

The most efficient way to do this is for each person exiting the taxi to give case to the remaining passenger. Many people turn the money away as a nice gesture, however this can actually create feelings of obligation on the part of the person who got the free ride, so it is generally better to let them pay their own way.

When men and women ride together, it can be confusing as to the proper protocol. Protocol generally calls for the man to ride in front, but this is not absolutely necessary, particularly if the women’s attire makes it difficult to get in the back seat. Women in skirts should be allowed to get in last, so that they will not have slide across the back seat.

Generally the man gives directions to the driver, but it is more important that the person who knows the route best do so.

Common protocol on tipping is 15-20%. If you have a driver who does not follow your requested route, you may choose not to tip at all.

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