3 Ways to Save on Rideshare Prices on New Year's Eve

Photo: RideGuru As 2018 draws to a close, it’s only natural to start counting down to New Year’s Eve. If you plan on partying the night away, it’s a good idea to also plan your transportation. That way, you can help ensure that you and your friends stay safe while ringing in 2019. Besides selecting…

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Are you considering selling your extra vehicles and downsizing to becoming a… The automotive safety industry has come a long way since the National… With appearances on both The Price is Right and South Park, this…

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Lyft's Electric Future

Photo: Pixaline Soon, rideshare services will provide consumers with more than just convenience. They’ll also give consumers the opportunity to help reduce emissions. Lyft recently announced its plan to start incorporating electric vehicles in its fleet. It will also add a new Green Mode feature in the Lyft app through which users can hail an EV…

New Uber Tell-All Book Coming September 10

Photo: Quote Catalog If you’re a fan of books, September 10 might be already on your calendar as the release date of Margaret Atwood’s follow-up book to The Handmaid’s Tale, called The Testaments. While you’re in your local indie bookstore picking up a copy, consider stopping for another book that might be just as monumental…

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As of Jan. 1, ride-share drivers in Toronto are now required to… When Uber and Lyft first came on the scene, both companies said… In the wake of nearly ten years of scandals, Uber is in serious danger of losing the battle of public perception to Lyft.… We’ve all been there — you’ve got to…

5 Things to Know Before Becoming an Uber or Lyft Driver

Photo: FreeStocks If you’re in need of some extra money, you might think that becoming an Uber or Lyft driver is the thing to do. You basically get paid to drive your car around the city while also meeting new people and helping them get to their destination. Before becoming a rideshare driver, there are…

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Uber Rides Might Be 80-Percent Cheaper 10 Years from Now

Many industry leaders and automakers view autonomous vehicles as a key part of future transportation. Some say that will come in the form of robot taxis.  According to Business Insider, UBS estimates that the robo-taxi market will be worth $2 trillion by 2030. The UBS Evidence Lab reached this figure by running a massive simulation…

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Walt Disney World’s Minnie Vans Have Returned

Photo: Disney Transportation has changed quite a bit at Walt Disney World in the last few years. One of the most jaw-dropping decisions was the removal of the Magical Express bus line that took guests to and from the airport when visiting the park. But one mode of transport that has triumphantly returned are Minnie…

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Some rideshare platforms have paused its shared carpool feature to help slow… Many city dwellers are opting for ride-hailing services instead of public transportation… While many people check their hotel room or hostel for bedbugs, most… As of Jan. 1, ride-share drivers in Toronto are now required to… Nissan is supporting Uber’s Clean Air Plan…

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Featuring a massive new grille, the Tundra is Toyota’s first hybrid pickup… When you hit the highway in Ontario, there’s more to see than… In an attempt to learn which items are most tempting to thieves,… This weekend marks the start of the new Canadian motorsport series, the… Canadians are famous for being courteous —…

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Lyft Introduces In-App 911 Panic Button to Enhance Safety

Recently, we addressed the negative underbelly of rideshare services. Despite their convenience, the industry could definitely add some extra levels of security to ensure that rideshare users are safer. Lyft is doing just that. It recently announced that it’s adding some new safety features to its app.  New safety features The first of these changes is…

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2002’s Mafia is a rare treat for retro gearheads and gangster movie aficionados.… It’s hard not to think of taxis when thinking about New York… As of Jan. 1, ride-share drivers in Toronto are now required to… When pondering the possibilities of futuristic technology, one concept that tops many… Like the rest of the theater…

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Navigating the US: Getting Around in Dallas, Texas

Dallas Skyline Photo: Daxis via CC If you’re ready to explore the Lone Star State, consider checking out Dallas. This city brings cowboy charm to a modern metropolis, and has so many things to visit and do. As you’re mapping out when you can shop at Wild Bill’s Western Store, eat through the State Fair…

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3 Ways To Make It Work as a One-Car Family

With some discipline and strategy, a one-car lifestyle can be more feasible than you might think If your family has the option to own just one vehicle instead of two, it’s a great way to save money. You can put the money you save on maintenance, auto insurance, fuel, and car loan costs toward your…

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Looking Ahead: The Future of Parking Garages

As manufacturers get closer to releasing fully autonomous vehicles, it’s reasonable to expect a change in anything car related, from public transportation to traffic patterns and street designs. Rideshare giants like Uber and Lyft are already starting to implement self-driving cars into their services while industry professionals have already started to brainstorm future-friendly road structures…

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Toronto Uber and Lyft Drivers Have New Rules to Follow

Photo: Quote Catalog As of Jan. 1, ride-share drivers in Toronto are now required to meet specific standards for training and experience behind the wheel — with the goal of making transportation safer and friendlier for customers. Narcity reports that Toronto Uber and Lyft drivers — along with taxi, limo, and other vehicle-for-hire operators —…

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The Best Advice for Becoming a One-Vehicle Family

Will your family be able to downsize to sharing one vehicle? Photo: Automotive Rhythms via Creative Commons 2.0 Are you considering selling your extra vehicles and downsizing to becoming a one-vehicle family? Ever since the lockdown occurred in 2020 and many jobs shifted to fully remote positions, many families have reconsidered the necessity of owning…

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Elon Musk and Tesla Get South Park Treatment

Elon Musk and Tesla get South Park treatment in last night’s episode With appearances on both The Price is Right and South Park, this week Tesla is really cornering the stoner television market. We are guessing Elon Musk won’t be too thrilled about the latter “endorsement,” though. In last night’s automotive-themed South Park episode, “Handicar,”…

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Greenpeace Study Rates European Cities on the Cleanliness and Safety of Transport Systems

Cycling is a popular mode of transport for commuters in Copenhagen. Photo: Mikael Colville-Andersen According to a Greenpeace study, Copenhagen, Amsterdam, and Oslo hold the top three spots for Europe’s cleanest and safest transport systems. Germany’s Wuppertal Institute performed the study on behalf of Greenpeace. The study analyzed 13 European capitals on a variety of factors,…

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Because of the level of innovation, vision, and prestige surrounding the Milan Furniture Fair, also known as Salone del Mobile, many automakers use this week-long event as a chance to build their brand. Being the largest trade fair of its kind in the world, Milan Design Week typically welcomes a number of automotive design teams…

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Transport is a major concern for anyone that’s travelling to another country… By the end of this year, 10 more major cities will offer… Usually when you rent a car from a company like Hertz, you… The experience of renting a car can be both pleasant and unpleasant.… Renting a car gives Brits the freedom…

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