Photo: Kenny Loule via Flickr Friday afternoon, President Trump signed an executive order that indefinitely stopped the entrance of Syrian refugees into the United States, suspending all other refugee entrance for 120 days, and blocked any citizens from the Middle Eastern countries Iraq, Iran, Libya, Syria, Sudan, Somalia, and Yemen. The order set off protests…
It’s easy to be a great rideshare driver when you apply these simple strategies. Photo: Pkg203 Whether you’re new to being a rideshare driver or have had this gig for a few years, there’s always something new to learn — especially when it comes to upping your game. Here are some simple ways you can…
This article is sponsored by Paulson & Nace, PLLC. Photo: FreeStocks The ridesharing industry proved to be much more than just a passing trend, and it’s managed to establish a solid place in our current society, not just in the U.S. but across the whole world. And it looks like we’re only seeing the tip…
You might know Waze only through its helpful and massively popular navigation app — but now the company can also help you find or share a ride. Earlier this month, Waze introduced the Waze Carpool smartphone app as a nationwide service. Previously, it had only been available in five states and Israel, where Waze was…
Uber and Lyft drivers can now unionize in Seattle Photo: Julien GONG Min Since its founding, Uber has claimed that its drivers are independent contractors and, therefore, aren’t capable of federal protections. Now, it looks like Uber drivers are getting their rights after all—at least in Seattle. Want to Start a Carpool? Follow these tips for…
Photo: Melles The Bunny Amidst present controversy, Uber has announced a new addition to its services; beginning Tuesday, a tipping service will be available in Seattle, Minneapolis, and Houston. This announcement puts the ride-sharing service on the same level as Lyft, who has been offering a tipping option for years. The company’s tipping service will…
For some time, one of the largest arguments Uber and other ride-hailing apps have given is that they reduce traffic. After all, if one person is just driving a bunch of people around to different places all day, wouldn’t that keep their individual cars off the road, so decrease the amount people drive in total?…
Uber is running a pilot program that allows users to schedule a ride up to 30 days in advanced Photo: Julien GONG Min Uber is starting to think ahead. The transportation giant is testing a new service that will allow Uber riders to schedule a ride from 30 minutes to 30 days in advance. The…
Ford’s Blue Oval may as well put on a pair of Mickey Mouse ears. That would be a suitable way to celebrate the announcement that Ford SYNC®AppLink™ will be the first in-vehicle infotainment system to integrate the Radio Disney app, available for iOS and Android. The partnership will give Ford vehicles exclusive access to the…
The New York City Council has officially passed legislation to temporarily halt new licenses of for-hire vehicles. This makes NYC the first city to pass legislation capping the growth of ride-hailing services. Like with any legal decision, this one met with mixed reactions from NYC officials, local drivers, and ride share companies. New York City’s mayor expressed…
While not the capital city of Wisconsin, Milwaukee is the Badger State’s most populous city, as well as the Midwest’s fifth-largest city. This fact, as well as the city’s proximity to Lake Michigan, makes it a popular destination with visitors from all over. If you’re planning a trip to Milwaukee anytime soon, make sure you…
Photo: Nout Gons Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft have changed the way we view transportation. Getting around in a city is no longer about hailing a cab or taking the subway. Instead, Uber and Lyft drivers swarm the city. You can order a car and have it pick you up within minutes simply by…
Many users have decided to delete their Uber accounts If you’ve been privy to the news since the inauguration of the 45th President of the United States, then you’re well aware of some changes that have been made. After a certain executive order was established that banned restricted certain individuals from entering the US, rideshare…
Many users have decided to delete their Uber accounts Poor Uber, 2017 has just not been its year so far.* From the #DeleteUber movement after the company tried to take advantage of a NYC taxi work stoppage to protest Trump’s immigration ban, to revelations that Uber is not a safe place to work if you are…
Lyft gave rides to Ghostbusters fans in the Ecto-1 earlier this month The New Ecto-1 Since this is a car news site, I’m going to start with the Ghostbusters’ new ride. In the classic movie, the Ecto-1 was a 1959 Cadillac Miller-Meteor, which was then outfitted with sirens and equipment that the team would need…
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