Here's a breakdown of how people got around and "called" for transportation in different eras:
Before cars:
* Walking: The most common method, especially for shorter distances.
* Horses & carriages: People could hire a horse-drawn carriage or own their own for transportation.
* Public transport: Cities might have horse-drawn buses or trams, and people could flag these down.
Early automobiles:
* Horse-drawn carriage services: Many early car owners initially used existing livery stables and carriage services to find drivers and transport.
* Hiring a chauffeur: Wealthy individuals might employ a chauffeur to drive them around in their own cars.
* Public taxis: As cars became more common, early taxi services emerged, often signaling for a taxi by waving a hand or shouting.
Modern times:
* Hailing a taxi: This practice has continued, with people waving or shouting to get a taxi's attention.
* Calling a taxi company: People could call a taxi company by telephone to request a pick-up.
* Ride-hailing apps: Today, we use apps like Uber and Lyft to request rides electronically.
So, while we might say "calling a car" now, in olden days, the methods and terminology were quite different!
