[imartin2k]

I never use Uber in my country of residence but it was a boon in Colombia (and other countries where taxis have a questionable reputation).

One correction though: Based on what I’ve read, express kidnappings might have happened more often in the past but hardly anymore today. It’s more likely to be robbed at gunpoint from guys on a motorbike, and they like to target taxis (although other cars as well).