Car Sharing Archives

#deleteuber: Boycott Uber’s support of Donald Trump by using Lyft or Sidecar

January 27, 2017 / 2 comments

If you didn’t know, now you know: Uber sucks. And they’ve sucked for a while. .

8 Getaround tips to make the service optimal by saving you money and time

December 26, 2016 / 2 comments

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.

How to use Lyft in Detroit and using it to DTW (Detroit’s airport)

February 20, 2016 / 1 comment

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.

Quick guide to using Lyft in Minneapolis-St. Paul (and $50 code)

February 14, 2016 / 0 comments

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).

Lyft can pickup passengers from LAX now (w/$50 code)

December 22, 2015 / 0 comments

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.

It costs approximately $32 to take a Lyft to/from LGA to Lower Manhattan

November 24, 2015 / 1 comment

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.

How much does it cost to take a Lyft from San Francisco to SFO airport?

November 8, 2015 / 2 comments

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.

Lyft retires $8 fares, teases new 50% promotion in “discount zones”

October 23, 2015 / 0 comments

As quickly as $8 Lyft Lines replaced $5 Lyft Lines, they’re ending the more expensive promotion after just a couple weeks.

Why you should take a Lyft (Line) from JFK to Manhattan

October 6, 2015 / 5 comments

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.

Lyft increases ‘Lyft Line’ fares to $8 in New York City

October 5, 2015 / 1 comment

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.

I love using Lyft Line, but good luck getting a car during “Prime Time”

October 4, 2015 / 0 comments

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.

Lyft Line: When a car service is cheaper than the subway

September 10, 2015 / 0 comments

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.

Lyft Hotspots: “Drive Happy” with $5 rides in San Francisco

June 26, 2015 / 1 comment

With “HotSpots”, Lyft continues to find ways to make their car sharing service less-expensive and more accessible.

Lyft’s 10 minute match: Wait a little longer, save more cash with Lyft Line

April 13, 2015 / 1 comment

In the continued battle between Lyft and Uber, both ride-sharing companies are trying to one-up one another with features, promotions and benefits.

Can Lyft Line eventually challenge public transportation?

April 11, 2015 / 0 comments

Back in October 2014, I talked about how Line was a great way to cut your Lyft fares by half.

Lyft ‘Line’ will save you boatloads of money during Primetime

October 15, 2014 / 4 comments

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.

Slanging and Slogging: Why you should care about Uber’s business practices

August 27, 2014 / 2 comments

In the battle between ride sharing services, on which side do you land on?

Lyft to start in New York (and why I don’t use Uber)

July 10, 2014 / 1 comment

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).