Recession Ride Taxi: The un-Uber, pay-what-you-wish car service

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The limited Burlington, VT service appeals to riders who want a cheaper ride with a friendly face and is more Airbnb than Uber.

In a recession, watching the meter on a taxi tick higher and higher can be distressing. But in Burlington, Vt., the Recession Ride Taxi lets customers set their own price.

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