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There are a lot of factors included in being a safe and legal driver on the road. Having a valid license, a car, and a tank of gas is not the only thing you need to be a driver. Car insurance is a necessary part of owning a car. Almost every state requires a driver to have a minimum amount of car insurance. This helps protect the driver, passengers, and other drivers on the road. Saving money is something most everyone wants to do. Car insurance is never as cheap as we would like it to be, but why is …

Some cities are easy to get around. Some cities are not. There are cities conducive to walking, cycling, public transportation, or driving. Walking is a great way to get around, but not all cities are created equal for walkability. If you find yourself in a city with terrible walkability, you can always turn to RideGuru to find the best way to get around. 

In general, we have found that Southern cities in the United States tend to have lower walkability rankings. Here are the top ten cities that are the least pedestrian friendly.

Fayetteville, North Carolina is the number one …

Solo female travelers are adventuring to every corner of the world. Instagram is full of fabulous vacation pictures in exotic destinations. There are even Facebook groups now dedicated to solo female travelers. Going on an adventure alone is a liberating experience. However, getting around and feeling safe is a major concern for female solo travelers. Getting in a car with a stranger is scary enough but doing it alone in a foreign country can be extremely nerve-wrecking

Uber may be the largest player in the rideshare industry on an international level but they are far from the only rideshare service …

Uber drivers are always on the go, literally. Their job is to drive around and help people get to their destinations quickly and safely. With any job, questions always come up. Unfortunately for Uber drivers, Uber can be very difficult to get ahold of when you have a question or issue. 

Uber does have in app support and a dedicated hotline just for drivers but these two routes don’t always do the trick. Sometimes the best way to get help is in person, which is why Uber also offers Greenlight Hubs. The hubs offer in person support to drivers at …

Becoming a rideshare driver can be a lucrative side gig. Before you can hop in the car and start driving for Uber or Lyft, there are a few things you have to do. Yearly vehicle inspections are quite common throughout the United States, but did you know Uber and Lyft require vehicle inspections as well? 

Vehicle inspections are mandated by states or local authorities to ensure the safety of cars, people, and limit pollution. Uber and Lyft have vehicle inspections for the same reasons. The inspection must be completed before being able to drive but will also be required annually. …