When it comes to new car technology, the hottest new thing changes all the time. For a while, the cool new technology was sensors and cameras all over to give warnings and to gently keep drivers from drifting or smashing headlong into someone because they were distracted by something. Then, it briefly was cool to…
GWC Founder and CEO Reshma Saujani and GM Chairman and CEO Mary Barra The automotive world got a bit of a shake this month as it was announced that Ford CEO Mark Fields was being fired. Sorry, we meant that Mark Fields “retired” and was replaced by Jim Hackett less than three years after Fields…
The day is finally here. Tonight, preview showings of Disney’s live-action Beauty and the Beast will come to cinemas around the US to the delight of fans young and old. However, we still have a couple hours to go until the film starts, and many fans have to wait until this weekend to see it. No matter how…
As someone who recently moved from Ohio to Chicago, I was faced with a real moral dilemma last night while I watched Game 7 of the World Series: Should I root for the team from my home state, or should I root to not die in the riot that inevitably breaks out if the Cubs…
According to a recent tweet, the New York Auto Show has officially been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic The Empire State is positively teeming with natural wonders and historic treasures. Here’s a look at three scenic drives you can take to explore some of the beauty New York State has to offer. Make Sure…
According to a recent tweet, the New York Auto Show has officially been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic The Empire State is positively teeming with natural wonders and historic treasures. Here’s a look at three scenic drives you can take to explore some of the beauty New York State has to offer. Make Sure…
General Motors’ personal mobility brand, Maven, is continuing to expand its reach to new cities across the United States. The newest addition to the list is Baltimore, and now residents of and visitors to the Maryland city can access new cars on demand for hourly or daily rates through Maven’s seamless mobile app. Maven is…
After investing $500 million into Lyft a few weeks ago, General Motors is ready to announce the launch of its own car-sharing service, called “Maven.” Combining multiple GM programs under one single brand, Maven provides city, residential, peer-to-peer, and campus services. Maven is starting out in Ann Arbor, Michigan, catering mostly to University of Michigan…
Photo: gmrencen GM’s ride share operation, Maven, recently expanded to central hubs like New York City, Atlanta, Baltimore, and San Francisco. Considering the success of this ride-sharing entity, it comes as no surprise that GM will focus more on transforming Maven into a stand-alone powerhouse, independent of both Lyft and Uber. Maven’s Gig leasing business…
General Motors is continuing to roll out its personal mobility brand Maven to new markets, and today expanded its services in Atlanta to now include Maven City car sharing, in addition to the Lyft Express Drive program. Maven has now launched three products and expanded to 17 cities in the US and Canada over the…
Maven in New York City Photo: General Motors After launching just over four years ago, Maven is shutting down operations. Although General Motors cut back the program in 2019, it was COVID-19 that shut down the long-term rental and ride-sharing service entirely. Prioritizing Your Safety: Chevy Equinox is a Top Safety Pick An overview of…
One of the ways ride-hailing companies like Uber and Lyft have touted their advantages has been by calling themselves cheaper than buying your own vehicle, particularly in large cities. However, a new AAA study has found that, on average, ride-hailing could cost about twice as much as just driving your own car. Tallying up the…
Photo: Hertz Car Sales With the popularity of rideshare services, you have to ask how the rental car industry is holding up. Is it on the verge of extinction? Or is it still thriving despite recent consumer trends? It turns out that car rental companies are doing surprisingly well, all things considered. Expense management company…
Today General Motors announced that Maven, the automaker’s personal mobility brand, has expanded to three more markets: Boston, Chicago, and Washington DC. Those cities now join Maven’s other two markets, New York City and Ann Arbor, Michigan. The Maven City car sharing program is now operating in Chicago, with registered customers able to reserve one…
General Motors’ own car-sharing service, Maven, has expanded once more into a new market, the company announced on the 13th. This time, it will open for business in San Francisco, its ninth market since its launch at the beginning of the year. San Francisco provides unique challenges for competition, since as a technology hub the…
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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