📖 Afaqy Knowledge Base / Smart Taxi / Passenger Tablet / Trip Information Screen
Overview
The Trip Information Screen provides passengers with detailed, real-time information about their current journey.
This screen helps passengers monitor trip progress by displaying key travel metrics such as fare, distance, duration, and trip status. All information is updated automatically throughout the trip, ensuring passengers always have access to the latest journey details.
Purpose
The Trip Information Screen allows passengers to:
- Track the progress of their trip
- Monitor the current fare
- View the distance travelled
- Check trip duration
- Stay informed about the current trip status
The screen promotes transparency by providing clear visibility into the ongoing journey.
Main Elements
Current Fare
The Current Fare section displays the amount accumulated during the trip.
The fare updates automatically based on the taxi meter and reflects the latest trip charges.
Passengers can monitor fare changes in real time throughout the journey.
Distance Travelled
The Distance Travelled section shows the total distance covered since the trip started.
This value updates continuously as the vehicle moves.
Trip Duration
The Trip Duration section displays the amount of time that has elapsed since the beginning of the trip.
The timer updates automatically throughout the journey.
Trip Status
The Trip Status indicator shows the current stage of the journey.
Depending on the trip progress, the status may indicate:
- Trip Started
- In Progress
- Waiting
- Trip Completed
The displayed status updates automatically when trip conditions change.
Live Updates
All trip information displayed on the screen is synchronized with the taxi system and updates automatically without requiring any passenger interaction.
Passengers can simply view the screen to stay informed about the latest trip details.
Screen Behavior
When the Trip Starts
Once the driver starts the trip, the Trip Information Screen begins displaying live journey data.
Initial values for fare, distance, and duration may start from zero and increase as the trip progresses.
During the Trip
While the trip is active, the screen continuously updates:
- Current fare
- Distance travelled
- Trip duration
- Trip status
Passengers can monitor these values at any time during the journey.
During Waiting Time
If the taxi is temporarily stopped or waiting, the fare and trip status may continue to update according to the taxi meter configuration.
When the Trip Ends
After the driver completes the trip, the final fare, total distance, and total duration are displayed before the tablet transitions to the trip summary or feedback screens.
Benefits
The Trip Information Screen helps passengers:
- Understand trip costs in real time
- Monitor journey progress
- Verify travelled distance
- Track trip duration
- Stay informed throughout the ride
These features improve transparency and provide passengers with greater confidence during their journey.
