Badger, Emily
Another promotion is surge, which is when there is high demand in an area and not enough drivers. In these cases, Uber or Lyft offer additional money to get you to do it. In my area, it’s usually about an extra $1, but I’ve seen it as high as an extra $5. Just open the...
Uber has drivers worldwide and is available in over 10,000 cities globally. With such a huge network, Uber is your best bet if you want to start a ridesharing gig. Though there are other companies like Lyft in the rideshare market, Uber comes on the top for many factors, which I ...
Uber, Lyft –Ride-sharing throughout the state. RentaBikeNow –Bike rentals in major cities. Lime –Electric scooter rentals in major cities. Legal References: California Code of Regulations 350.44. Driver’s Record Request, DMV. California Vehicle Code 14601 VC. See also, for example, People...
As a rider, you've always been able to see your cumulative rating (mine is 4.86 stars). But starting Wednesday you can see how many five-star trips you've received, or if you've ever earned a lowly one-star. This is the first time Uber is providing some visibility on your rider ...
Make Sure the Driver Drops the Meter/Flag: Or, in the case of a black taxi, that you’ve negotiated the price before getting in the car. Many times, especially when I’ve been exiting the airport/train station/bus station, I’ve had drivers try to take advantage of me and “bargain...
San Francisco aims to be the most bike-friendly city in the US, and many locals have already jumped on the saddle. Many areas, such as Ocean Beach, the Marina and the waterfront, are ideal for cycling. The city has an extensive bike network, andmost sightsare reachable on two wheels. ...
As somebody who has lived many years in China, I can tell you that these bikes can be extremely convenient. A simple bike can turn a long, 30-minute walk from the subway station into a quick five-minute ride (often for only a few pennies!). ...
Also note that California’s homeless crisis has many people living in older RVs parked along the streets in urban areas. There are laws that discourage this, which can affect the unsuspecting visitor looking for a place to park for the night. ...
We've written more about Uber's many referral programs here: How Uber Covered More Than 50 Countries In 3 Years 12. Airtable Airtable is an online tool that combines elements from databases and spreadsheets. It's very adaptable and has a wonderful user interface. For each person users refer...