In San Francisco we are required to have digital audio and video recording in our cabs covering both interior and exterior. Uber etc have no such requirement.
I have driven both and feel safer in the cab due to that requirement, the different demeanor passengers have ina cab which looks feels and actually is more official, and our high visibility.
As a passenger you are safer ina taxi due to way better vetting, the above described cameras, and far better insurance coverage.
I won’t let my minor daughter take uber’s unless in a group.
I agree. The cameras, the insurance... It’s safer, Especially for young women.
As they say, you get what you pay for.