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With all the news lately about self-driving car crashes, it’s a surprise that companies like Waymo are still moving forward with their operations.

Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet, has been far ahead of other companies like Uber and Tesla in the self-driving race since it first started. The company has been testing out self-driving car technology for almost 10 years!

The company has plans to introduce a robotaxi service by the end of this year, which would be the first of its kind to be introduced to the public. However, it might take a while for the public to …

Here is everything you need to know before you take an Uber from the airport. Depending on which airport you are arriving at, Uber or Lyft may not be available, so it is always smart to check beforehand.

We will walk you through all the ways you can check to find your rideshare options, find the designated airport pickup spot, request the ride, and successfully complete your trip. Happy riding!

1) Rideshare Choices: Check which rideshare options are available

Use RideGuru's Calculator or check this article: "What Rideshares are Available at Airports." This will tell you whether …

Is my car allowed for UberXL? What model vehicle do I need to drive for Uber? Can I drive for Uber with my 10 year old car?

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Looking to drive for Uber? Your first step would be checking if your vehicle meets Uber's minimum requirements. Uber has created guidelines for what types of cars are eligible within each Uber service and we have listed these guidelines and the accepted makes and models below. For more information on becoming an Uber driver and the steps you will need to complete visit this help article. …

What surcharges can you expect with Uber? Have you been charged a fee from Uber and have no idea what it is for?

Additional fees and surcharges can be maddening, especially when it is unclear why you are being charged. To help clear up some of the confusion, we made a list of Uber surcharges and fees that you might encounter when using an Uber service.

Booking Fee (formerly “Safe Rides Fee”)

A flat fee that is added to all Uber’s economy car services (X, Xl, Pool) to cover Uber’s ‘operational costs’. The booking fee ranges from around $1.75 to …

Uber halts self-driving car production amidst a recent tragedy in Arizona this past weekend. One of Uber’s self-driving cars was driving at 40mph when it struck a female pedestrian crossing the street. This is the first pedestrian death that involves a self-driving vehicle. Uber has stated they will stop testing the self-driving vehicles, but we have a feeling this will not last for long.

The Volvo was in self-driving mode with a back-up driver at the wheel. Some sources say the collision may have been unavoidable. The pedestrian came from the sidewalk in the dark to cross the streets and …