Australians can expect UberX to be 10% more expensive

UberX may no longer be as much of a bargain option for Australians hoping to get from A to B. After an Australian Tax Office (ATO) ruling, Uber announced Friday that UberX prices will rise by around 10% in each Australian city where the service is offered. See also: Uber fights back over tax in Australia The ATO issued guidance in May stating that as Uber drivers are providing a "taxi service," they are required to register for the 10% Goods and Services Tax (GST) regardless of turnover and from...