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Cars depend on a lot of components to work smoothly and it is important to take care of your individual car parts in order for your car to function properly. One of the simplest and easiest to maintain yet vitally important components is the battery. 

Cleaning your car battery regularly means you can continue using your car whether you’re getting around town, road tripping, or relying on your car as a rideshare driver. Not only does keeping the car battery clean help keep your car running, it extends the life of the battery, which saves you money. It’s not the …

Apple created their own navigation system for iPhones, iPads, and iPod Touch. The app is easy to use with updates in real-time to make sure people are getting where they need to go as quickly as possible. 

Open the Maps app on your Apple device. In the search bar, enter the name of your destination or the address. Click on Directions. You can choose your mode of transportation: drive, walk, transit, or ride. Several routes may show up. Choose the route you want to take. To get started, click the green Go button. If you want to see an …

I have been involved in the rideshare industry for quite awhile. I still am an active driver on the Uber & Lyft platforms with over 6000 rides under my belt between the two. I also am a driver coach for new and existing drivers in Los Angeles. This week I am going to give my answer to the most popular rideshare driver question, "How much can I make driving for Uber?" 

This is a very controversial topic but something new drivers ask very often. As I said before, driving for Uber and Lyft is not rocket science. You gas your …

While driving for Uber or Lyft has its perks it can also lead to troublesome situations. Many drivers, to avoid being wrongly accused or to secure evidence of wrongdoings, have decided to install dash cam video and audio recorders in their cars. On the help section of Uber's website, they state that drivers may “install and use video cameras to record riders for purposes of safety.” However, Uber also encourages drivers to check local regulations on using and disclosing their recording equipment. Many areas have laws in effect that require drivers to make their passengers aware of any video or …

Lyft is retaliating in NY after the TLC (Taxi Limousine Commission) extended the cap on rideshare drivers and instituted a minimum wage rule. And after five years of operation in Canada, British Columbia has yet to allow the global giants of the rideshare industry to roll in. However, that may be changing as of September of 2019. BC Passenger Transportation Safety Board (an independent tribunal) will start processing company applications by September 3, 2019.

Lyft is taking the pink gloves off in NYC!

Last year the New York TLC (Taxi Limousine Commission) passed minimum wage laws in order for rideshare …