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Use Uber and Lyft on New Year’s Eve to Avoid Problems on the Road
Carpool and Rideshare with Designated Drivers During the Holiday Weekend It is better to be safe than sorry during busy times on the road. Plan ahead this New Year's Eve weekend by scouting out the best option for transportation. The CDC has reported that 'Every day, 28 people in the United States die in motor vehicle crashes that involve an alcohol-impaired driver.' With the rise of application such as Uber and Lyft, people can now avoid unsafe driving conditions, and help partner with the local economy. It is a smart move to review different drivers and their past history with
Transportation Disrupted with Uber in Southern Illinois and Ride Austin in Texas
The automotive industry is currently in a state of disruption. Last year Uber and Lyft halted their service in Austin, Texas. Recently, Uber launched the service in the southern section of Illinois. Each market reacts differently to technology. After a rocky start in Austin, Uber and Lyft both decided to pull their product from one of the biggest markets in the United States. Last month, Uber started allowing drivers in Carbondale, Illinois to use their ride-sharing application to help people on foot. Each of these markets are different and similar in several ways. When browsing for an available driver
Traffic in San Francisco Experiences Autonomous Test Cars by Uber
Last Saturday Uber shut down testing autonomous car technology development in Arizona following an incident on the road. They have been testing self-driving cars in San Francisco, Pittsburgh and Arizona. Local news outlet with ABC reported that 'A car failed to yield to the autonomous SUV and hit it, authorities said. The self-driving SUV rolled onto its side as a result crash.' Uber also shut down development in Pittsburgh following the incident. Today the company noted that they would return testing in San Francisco with an updated vehicle, along with backup human drivers for difficult moments on the road.
Uber and Lyft Arrives in Carbondale, Illinois
Two of the biggest ride sharing companies, Uber and Lyft, have recently begun providing service in Carbondale, Illinois. The city of Carbondale has amended part of ordinance to allow Uber and Lyft to operate, but that amendment does not take place until April 1. This has resulted in fewer drivers on the road in March. With it being St. Patrick's Day, I hope the city would be comfortable for drivers to work on this holiday. After April 1, the two companies will have service widely available in Southern Illinois. One quick tip to using Uber and Lyft: download both applications,