Frustration Over Fixed Taxi Fares vs Dynamic Pricing (Halal or Haram)

Aslamu Aleykum I am a licensed taxi driver working in Barcelona, Spain. I bought my license for around €135,000, the license and the car are completely mine but still i am strictly required by law to use the taximeter at all times. That means I cannot adjust my prices, even when demand is extremely high and passengers are everywhere. Meanwhile, companies like Uber, Cabify, and Bolt — operating under "VTC" licenses — are legally allowed to raise their prices whenever demand increases. And it’s not just a small increase. Their prices can skyrocket to outrageous levels. For example, a trip that would normally cost €15 can easily cost €45 or even over €80 during peak demand. These companies can multiply the price 4, 5 or even 8 times — and still operate legally. This system is deeply unfair. We, the taxi drivers, are more experienced, better trained, and even have a lower accident rate than VTC drivers, but we’re forced to stick to rigid pricing — no matter what the market conditions are. There are too many other taxi drivers — including Muslims — offer fixed prices during high-demand periods, charging more than the meter. The customer agrees, there’s no trickery, and they make more money. I truly want to do the same. I feel it every time I watch others earning more while I stick to the rules. But because I believe it might be haram, I hold myself back — even though it feels like I'm being punished for trying to do the right thing. I am struggling, and I sincerely need answers to these questions: -Is it haram to agree on a higher fixed fare with a customer during high demand — if the customer agrees clearly and there’s no deception? -In certain cases — like picking up wealthy clients from luxury hotels — would it be haram to add a small extra charge (e.g. €2.50 or €4.50) without telling the client, knowing that the amount is small, likely unnoticed, and causes them no harm — even if it is technically against the law? **Similar to a shopkeeper selling products to tourists with a little increase in price.** This is not just a financial issue. It affects my faith, my peace of mind, and my motivation to keep working. I want to earn my income in a way that is halal and honest, but I also want fairness in a system that feels heavily one-sided. I also believe that many Muslim taxi drivers around the world are going through the same struggle. Your answer would not only help me — it could bring clarity and relief to many others in this industry. I sincerely thank you for your time and guidance.