Refuting The 7 Top Myths About Limousine Services

Misconceptions! Find out what they are in the blog below!

Misconceptions! Find out the more about them in the blog below

There are many misconceptions about limousines. From being a symbol of excess to a status symbol, most people have an opinion on them and think they know the facts. However, after reading this blog post you will see that these opinions could not be further from the truth! There is so much more to limousines than just wealth or status and we hope by the end of this blog post you will come away with some new knowledge about how amazing limos really are!

In this blog, we will discuss the 7 common misconceptions about limousines and why they are wrong.

7 Common Misconceptions about Limousines

1. Are not only for the Affluent
2. Don’t Serve special event only
3. Not only Business Executives use them
4. Chauffeurs do speak English
5. There are a variety of fleet types to choose
6.  It’s easy to look for a reputable company
7. They are not the most expensive mode of transportation

1. Limo service Only Serves the Affluent in Society

Gold bars

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Many people believe that luxury limousine services are only for the incredibly wealthy. They equate the comfort, luxury, and efficiency of these services to a high-priced ride.

Limo rides cost an arm and a leg! It’s not always the case with Limos in Singapore.

Reality is the opposite.

Limousine services can be cheaper than hiring a car or taking a taxi while offering better services than both. Why?

• Have you ever experienced surge pricing on a ride-hailing platform?
• Have you experienced poor or no service with a taxi or ride-hailing platform?
• Have you ever had a situation where you could not get a car or a taxi?

Do you know how much your opportunity cost is?

Limousine services are transparently priced and have fixed rates. By booking online, you know the price upfront. They don’t fluctuate and won’t change.

2. They only serve Special Events

Special Events such as Concerts, wedding,

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Many people hire limousines for big events like weddings, proms, and parties, but they can also be used for other purposes. Limo companies provide business transportation as well as airport transfers for travellers coming into town for a special occasion such as a wedding or an anniversary.

Limousine services are an alternate mode of transportation that you can use if public transit is not an option.

It doesn’t matter what reason you may need, you can always arrive safely and in style.

3. Only business executives use Limos

Business executive keeping himself abreast of the latest news

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Many business executives hire limousines. But there are many people who use limousines for personal reasons, not just for business. Limousine services can be used to enhance a special occasion, promote a business or celebrate a milestone.

What’s nicer than having a night out with friends and not having to worry about traffic and parking?

When you’re on vacation with your family, why worry about the transportation?

Now that you know the benefits of limousines, their needs extend far beyond business executives.

4. Limousine Drivers Don’t Speak English

All Drivers in Singapore are English Speaking

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It is certainly not the case in Singapore. In Singapore, the literacy rate for people aged 15 and older was 97.5% in 2019. In Singapore, the literacy rate for this age group has steadily increased in the last two decades, indicating an increase in education levels

In Singapore, the chauffeurs are not only proficient in the international language, English. Additionally, they often speak more than one language!

Some of the languages spoken by Chauffeurs in Singapore are Mandarin, Cantonese, Malay, and English.

5. There Is Only One Car Model to Choose From

Various Type of Cars Available

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Look out for companies that offer a variety of vehicles to choose from. You can view a list of available vehicles when booking online. There are a variety of types of cars. The vehicles range from sedans to vans. You can pick the one that suits you best.

6. Finding a reputable limousine company is difficult

Choose Company that has high 5 Star Rating reviews

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Based on today’s context, this should not be a difficult task. Here are a few suggestions you might want to consider. Look at the customer reviews for each company you are thinking of hiring. These will give you a good indication of their service levels and reliability standards. You should consider third-party sites like TripAdvisor, Google Business, etc.

7. They are Too Expensive

Although limousines are not the cheapest form of transportation, they are also a service that goes beyond just getting you from point A to point B. Limo services offer all the convenience and comfort you would expect from first-class travel.

In addition, they can provide you with amenities that other forms of public transport might not be able to – details like providing passengers with entertainment, wireless internet access, charging points, newspapers, and the like.