New York City prides itself on being wheelchair accessible. Almost all its public spaces, including hotels, sports stadiums, and city buses, can be accessed in a wheelchair. The same is true of its for-hire vehicles and rideshare services. If you want to help make NYC accessible to every visitor, read the requirements to operate wheelchair…
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When you drive for a rideshare service, having a functional car is essential. Unfortunately, when your car is your place of business, it tends to wear down twice as quickly as it would if it were just for personal use. Wear and tear are inevitable, but that does not mean you are helpless against it.…
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Even though we see them every day, we often don’t think very deeply about the taxi cabs that fill our streets. They’re such a constant presence it feels as if they’ve always been there. But everything has a history, and the taxi is no exception. This is a brief history of the New York taxi…
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As a rideshare driver, your car is your money maker. How well you equip your car can keep you and passengers safe and comfortable in your vehicle. Whether you are new to the rideshare game or want to boost your rating, this is what every Uber and Lyft driver needs in their car. Mileage Tracker…
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Driving for a rideshare company is considered one of the most popular modern side-jobs. It is easy to start, highly flexible, and available almost anywhere people might need a ride. However, just because you can quickly join Uber and Lyft doesn’t mean that there aren’t steps you need to take before starting. Fortunately, the Uber…
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In any licensed profession, whether you are a doctor, teacher, or building contractor, there comes a time when you must renew your license. The goal of this is to ensure that those who are in these positions continue to operate at the highest levels of competency. This is true of drivers of the Taxi and…
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When it comes to things people associate with New York City, the taxicab is high on the list after the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty. But because the image of the big yellow cab is so popular, those outside the Big Apple may not realize that there is more than one type…
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Legally, every driver needs insurance. At its heart, insurance is simply meant to protect you and others from risks like car accidents and theft. But because driving for the Taxi and Limousine Commission of New York involves more parties than simply driving yourself, there are more risks associated with being on the road. For that…
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It’s no secret that you need a car to drive for Uber and Lyft. It’s what makes driving for rideshare services unique in the world of driving for public transportation. At the same time, it makes things challenging when you don’t own a car yourself. Fortunately, there are ways to get a car to drive…
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As a TLC or rideshare driver, your car is more than a mode of transportation. It’s your moneymaker—in some cases, your entire livelihood. So keeping it clean isn’t simply a matter of taste. It’s a matter of making sure that your passengers are comfortable and happy when they go from point A to point B.…
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