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Tag: Car Sharing
8 Getaround tips to make the service optimal by saving you money and time
Getaround is basically an Airbnb for car owners. Unlike Lyft or Uber, where the owners actually chauffeur you around, Getaround is a person-to-person carsharing service that allows owners to make their personal cars available to rent. Continue reading “8 Getaround tips to make the service optimal by saving you money and time”
How to use Lyft in Detroit and using it to DTW (Detroit’s airport)
Lyft brands itself as your friendly neighborhood ride-sharing service and it’s grown significantly in Detroit. Launched as a mobile app in the summer of 2012 as a service of Zimride, it has grown exponentially ever since. Continue reading “How to use Lyft in Detroit and using it to DTW (Detroit’s airport)”
Quick guide to using Lyft in Minneapolis-St. Paul (and $50 code)
There have been some exciting innovations to the personal transportation industry in the last decade. One of those innovations is the advent of rideshare companies such like Uber and Lyft. In this post, we’ll focus specically on Lyft (because I dislike Uber). Continue reading “Quick guide to using Lyft in Minneapolis-St. Paul (and $50 code)”
Lyft can pickup passengers from LAX now (w/$50 code)
For more than two years, Lyft and Uber have been able to drop off, but not pick up from LAX. That’s until tomorrow when travelers will be able to request a Lyft from Los Angeles International airport (LAX) legally. Continue reading “Lyft can pickup passengers from LAX now (w/$50 code)”
It costs approximately $32 to take a Lyft to/from LGA to Lower Manhattan
If you follow this site (wow, your life) then you know that I am a big proponent of Lyft and especially when compared to Uber. Specifically, when I do use Lyft, I use their “Line” service because it’s economically sensible. Continue reading “It costs approximately $32 to take a Lyft to/from LGA to Lower Manhattan”
How much does it cost to take a Lyft from San Francisco to SFO airport?
I’ve taken Lyft to San Francisco International (SFO) a handful of times and though it’s not the cheapest way to get to the airport, it’s cost-effective for the great conveniences it provides. Continue reading “How much does it cost to take a Lyft from San Francisco to SFO airport?”
Lyft retires $8 fares, teases new 50% promotion in “discount zones”
As quickly as $8 Lyft Lines replaced $5 Lyft Lines, they’re ending the more expensive promotion after just a couple weeks. Continue reading “Lyft retires $8 fares, teases new 50% promotion in “discount zones””
Why you should take a Lyft (Line) from JFK to Manhattan
Those of you that read this site know that I prefer Lyft over Uber and specifically, the Lyft Line service is an efficient and reasonable transportation option. Continue reading “Why you should take a Lyft (Line) from JFK to Manhattan”
Lyft increases ‘Lyft Line’ fares to $8 in New York City
Lyft has been threatening to end their $5 Lyft Line promotion for a few months now and they’ve finally pulled the plug on the five buck fares in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Continue reading “Lyft increases ‘Lyft Line’ fares to $8 in New York City”
I love using Lyft Line, but good luck getting a car during “Prime Time”
From the $5 hotspots to 10-minute match, it’s no secret that I much prefer Lyft Line over regular Lyft, and certainly over Uber. Continue reading “I love using Lyft Line, but good luck getting a car during “Prime Time””
Lyft Line: When a car service is cheaper than the subway
Would you rather have a car pick you up from your home and zip you directly to your destination or take the subway? Usually the subway is cheaper than a private car, but with Lyft Line, the price difference isn’t much. Continue reading “Lyft Line: When a car service is cheaper than the subway”
Lyft Hotspots: “Drive Happy” with $5 rides in San Francisco
With “HotSpots”, Lyft continues to find ways to make their car sharing service less-expensive and more accessible. Continue reading “Lyft Hotspots: “Drive Happy” with $5 rides in San Francisco”
Lyft’s 10 minute match: Wait a little longer, save more cash with Lyft Line
In the continued battle between Lyft and Uber, both ride-sharing companies are trying to one-up one another with features, promotions and benefits. Continue reading “Lyft’s 10 minute match: Wait a little longer, save more cash with Lyft Line”
Can Lyft Line eventually challenge public transportation?
Lyft ‘Line’ will save you boatloads of money during Primetime
If you’re not in a rush and looking for an easy way to save 30-50% on your next Lyft, considering trying out Lyft’s new “Line” service. Continue reading “Lyft ‘Line’ will save you boatloads of money during Primetime”
Slanging and Slogging: Why you should care about Uber’s business practices
In the battle between ride sharing services, on which side do you land on? Continue reading “Slanging and Slogging: Why you should care about Uber’s business practices”
Lyft to start in New York (and why I don’t use Uber)
Lyft was my service of choice in San Francisco, so I was happy to read that we’ll be finally seeing Lyft cars in New York, specifically starting out in Brooklyn and Queens (though not without the expected barriers from the taxi commission). Continue reading “Lyft to start in New York (and why I don’t use Uber)”