The rapid expansion of Uber by Brazil brought confidence in the company, until then, unique in the segment of urban mobility in relation to taxi and public transport. But the days of reign may be threatened.
Yesterday, (6), Cabify, a Spanish company that offers similar service, but with fixed rates, began to operate in São Paulo.
Unlike taxi and Uber, Cabify only charges the distance traveled, leaving aside the time of service, charged by competitors. In addition, Cabify's tariffs are fixed, unlike Uber which charges dynamic tariffs.
Cabify, as well as Uber, has two service categories, but only the Light version arrives in Brazil at the moment. The basic service tariff at peak times is R$ 2.50, down to R.$ 0.50 at the other times. The distance calculation is done on three levels:

• Rate 1: 2.50 reais per kilometer on routes from 5 km to 10 km.
• Rate 2: 2 reais per kilometer on routes from 10 km to 25 km.
• Rate 3: 3 reais per kilometer on trips over 25 km.

To drive to the company, as well as Uber, it is not necessary to have license or special driver license, but there are some requirements to be followed as insurance covering the passengers and car with air conditioning. More information can be found on the site of Cabify Partners.
The Cabify app is available for iOS, Android and Web. As a launch promotion, users who use the code MEUCABIFY You'll win R$ 20.00 off the first two trips.