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Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas taxi mission rewards
In Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, completing fifty taxi missions unlocks a special bonus that applies to all taxis in the game, including those driven by the player and those encountered on the streets.
Once the fifty-ride milestone is reached, taxis gain two specific modifications: the ability to use nitro via the horn for a sudden burst of speed, and the ability to jump using a mechanism similar to hydraulic suspension.
Players can also earn increasing cash incentives for every five consecutive passengers delivered without failing the mission or exiting the vehicle. These bonuses scale from $500 to $1,000, $1,500, and so on. However, if the taxi is destroyed or abandoned, the current consecutive streak and its associated cash bonus are reset, though the total count of completed taxi rides remains intact. To maximize efficiency, players often utilize smaller areas like San Fierro or Angel Pine to complete shorter trips.