In the end, the driver canceled the ride and promised Blanding there would be no fees.
She has now sued the ridesharing firm, though, alleging that the experience made her feel discriminated against and humiliated.
“I’ve been in cars smaller than that,” she stated during an interviewed interview. “I just want them to know that it hurt my feelings.”
Reactions to the video were overwhelming on Instagram, with many people supporting the driver. Some said she ought to have chosen a bigger car, like a Lyft XL, which is supposed to have more room.
One reader noted that “it’s against the law to overload a car,” “The driver was kind, gave an explanation for his actions, and even expressed regret. Try looking at things from a different angle.
