Taxi Vomit Row: Driver Clears the Air on Cleaning Fee Dispute

[snoop1130]

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A taxi driver's night took a sour turn when a passenger's misstep escalated into an online squabble over cleaning costs. The passenger had allegedly been overcharged after vomiting in the cab, sparking debate on social media.

 

The incident came to light on the popular Facebook page "อยากดังเดี๋ยวจัดให้ รีเทริน์ part 6", when a user claimed the driver demanded an exorbitant 5,000 baht cleaning fee, compared to the passenger's offer of 500 baht. The driver, wanting to set the record straight, clarified the details, noting the passenger was actually a man who seemed sober initially but became sick en route in the early hours around 4am.

 

The passenger, having fallen asleep shortly after boarding, awoke on Seri Thai Road and unexpectedly vomited inside rather than stepping out as the driver had assumed. Frustrated by his vehicle's soiled state, the driver, seeking a resolution, suggested stopping at a nearby shop as car washes were shut given it was 4am on New Year's Eve.

 

 

Despite being peeved, the driver stated he had no monetary interest but valued a clean vehicle for his customers. He preferred the passenger clean it himself, which led to the purchase of wet wipes and spray from a convenience store. Though the effort proved inadequate due to the passenger's drunkenness, the driver later accepted a fee of 500 baht, contrary to the claims online.

 

The dispute gained online momentum after a post featuring an image of the soiled cab circulated, suggesting the 5,000 baht fee. In response, the driver commented to correct the misinformation, urging passengers to be considerate and communicate any discomfort. He concluded, "If you're too inebriated, let us know nicely. We're here to help – a plastic bag isn't hard to find."

 

-- 2025-01-02

 

[richard_smith237]

I've always thought the charges for cleaning up vomit was 2000 baht... I can't remember where but I saw a sign suggesting that. 

 

At 5000 baht, of course the taxi driver was trying to profit.

 

How much cleaning is required to clean a taxi of vomit so that it no longer smells, there is also the loss of income while the taxi is off the streets being valeted. It might even need new carpets etc.

 

I certainly don't want to get into a taxi that someone chunderred in the day before. 

 

Is 5000 baht excessive ? - maybe, but I have no sympathy for the idiot who threw up.

[hotchilli]

10 hours ago, richard_smith237 said:

I've always thought the charges for cleaning up vomit was 2000 baht... I can't remember where but I saw a sign suggesting that. 

 

At 5000 baht, of course the taxi driver was trying to profit.

 

How much cleaning is required to clean a taxi of vomit so that it no longer smells, there is also the loss of income while the taxi is off the streets being valeted. It might even need new carpets etc.

 

I certainly don't want to get into a taxi that someone chunderred in the day before. 

 

Is 5000 baht excessive ? - maybe, but I have no sympathy for the idiot who threw up.

Exactly, charge for the cleaning costs, plus loss of income while the taxi is stationary due to the hour.

[Denim]

Should have seen Wolf. He does a very good job.

 

 

[flyingtlger]

The customers new name is "Ralph".

His new religion is "Up Chuck".

He prays to the "Porcelain God"......

 

[ujayujay]

13 hours ago, richard_smith237 said:

I've always thought the charges for cleaning up vomit was 2000 baht... I can't remember where but I saw a sign suggesting that. 

 

At 5000 baht, of course the taxi driver was trying to profit.

 

How much cleaning is required to clean a taxi of vomit so that it no longer smells, there is also the loss of income while the taxi is off the streets being valeted. It might even need new carpets etc.

 

I certainly don't want to get into a taxi that someone chunderred in the day before. 

 

Is 5000 baht excessive ? - maybe, but I have no sympathy for the idiot who threw up.

The Taxi is maybe 1 Day out of order for cleaning. With an ozone air purifier the smell is gone after 1 hour!

[watchcat]

On 1/2/2025 at 11:57 AM, snoop1130 said:

a user claimed the driver demanded an exorbitant 5,000 baht cleaning fee, compared to the passenger's offer of 500 baht.

 

 Was the user a non thai per chance?

 

[Liverpool Lou]

On 1/2/2025 at 7:55 PM, richard_smith237 said:

At 5000 baht, of course the taxi driver was trying to profit.

The driver did not ask for B5,000 as the OP clearly states, that was suggestions from online idiots.

[Liverpool Lou]

On 1/3/2025 at 9:02 AM, ujayujay said:

The Taxi is maybe 1 Day out of order for cleaning. With an ozone air purifier the smell is gone after 1 hour!

That's why the driver didn't charge B5000!

[richard_smith237]

28 minutes ago, Liverpool Lou said:

On 1/2/2025 at 3:55 PM, richard_smith237 said:

At 5000 baht, of course the taxi driver was trying to profit.

The driver did not ask for B5,000 as the OP clearly states, that was suggestions from online idiots.

 

Thanks for the correction - I wonder where the 'user' got their information from that the driver demanded 5000 baht, though it appears this might just social media commentary and a made up figure.

 

 

 

On 1/2/2025 at 2:57 PM, snoop1130 said:

The incident came to light on the popular Facebook page "อยากดังเดี๋ยวจัดให้ รีเทริน์ part 6", when a user claimed the driver demanded an exorbitant 5,000 baht cleaning fee, compared to the passenger's offer of 500 baht. The driver, wanting to set the record straight, clarified the details, noting the passenger was actually a man who seemed sober initially but became sick en route in the early hours around 4am.

[richard_smith237]

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