Meet Cagatay: From Uber Driver to Platform Founder
Every great company starts with a simple idea. For Cagatay Uras, that idea was born during countless rides through the streets of Dallas-Fort Worth.
The Beginning
Cagatay started as an Uber driver in the DFW metroplex, driving a standard sedan and picking up rides like thousands of other drivers. But he quickly noticed something: passengers wanted more than just a ride from point A to point B. They wanted an experience.
The Upgrade
After saving up, Cagatay invested in a black GMC Yukon Denali — a statement vehicle that immediately set him apart. The response from passengers was overwhelming. Tips increased, ratings soared, and repeat customers started requesting him specifically.
But Cagatay saw a bigger problem: the commission structure. Uber and Lyft were taking 25-40% of every fare, leaving drivers with less than they deserved for premium service.
The Vision
What if there was a platform where independent drivers could offer their services directly to customers? No middleman fees. No surge pricing. Just professional drivers connecting with riders who value quality.
That's how AKYAZI Black Car was born.
Building the Platform
Based in Wylie, TX, Cagatay built AKYAZI from the ground up:
- A marketplace connecting verified professional drivers with riders
- Fair pricing — drivers set their own rates within reasonable ranges
- Zero commission on rides — drivers keep what they earn
- Affordable membership — just $14.99/day or $44.99/week
- AI-powered concierge — helping passengers discover DFW
- Founding driver program — early adopters get lifetime benefits
The Future
AKYAZI is more than a ride service. It's a movement to empower independent drivers and provide passengers with a premium, personalized transportation experience.
"I believe every driver deserves to keep what they earn, and every passenger deserves to feel like a VIP." — Cagatay Uras, Founder
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