Cars

Following a trial period earlier this year, Lyft this week confirmed it’s operating a new car rental service that’s available right inside its regular app. The rental service is operating in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area, though other locations could be added at a later date. Outlining the new offering in a post on its website on Thursday, Lyft said: “You shouldn’t have to own a car to get around (or to get out of) your city. But sometimes you need a car to go longer distances. That’s why we’ve launched Lyft Rentals.” The move by Lyft will be of concern to traditional car rental services such as Hertz, Enterprise, and Avis, though of course it’s early days for the latest entrant. Leveraging its current ridesharing service, Lyft will drive customers to and from the rental location for free, so long as the trip doesn’t cost more than $20. Lyft Rentals’ Los Angeles operation offers two models: The 5-seat Mazda3 sedan … [Read more...] about Lyft takes on car rental services in Los Angeles and the SF Bay Area

Geneva has exotics. Detroit has muscle. Frankfurt has engineering. And Vegas, well, Vegas has the future. Despite the name, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is every bit a car show. As screens have replaced gauges, electric motors have supplanted engines, and computers take over for drivers, CES has become the world’s go-to showcase for cutting-edge automotive technology. And there will be no shortage of gawk-worthy gadgetry at CES 2020. From the next breed of driverless cars to Cybertruck wannabes, here’s a glimpse at what we expect this year. EV trucks Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and for dinosaur automakers confronting Tesla’s otherworldly Cybertruck, it may also be the only way to keep up. Ford has been teasing an electric truck for nearly a year, and CES would seem like the perfect venue to peel back the curtain (and maybe give Tesla a tug-of-war rematch?). GM mumbled about an electric truck in the Cybertruck’s shadow, then … [Read more...] about All the insane car tech (and one motorcycle) we can’t wait to see at CES 2020

Uber has just launched Uber Ski. No, the company’s latest offering isn’t a new ridesharing service for snowy regions where you somehow attach yourself to a “driver’s” skis to get around town. Nor is it some kind of skisharing service akin to those using electric bikes and scooters (now there’s an idea). It’s actually a way for Uber riders to request a car to take them to and from the slopes, with the vehicle guaranteed to have enough room — and/or a rack — for your skis or snowboard. The new service lands in time for this winter, and is available now in 23 locations across the U.S. (listed at the end of this piece). Go from the city to the slopes with Uber Ski. A new option available in select cities across the US to help transfer you and your ski gear this season pic.twitter.com/Pa0k9jJ5hF — Uber (@Uber) 11 December 2019 Riders in served locations will see an Uber Ski icon on the ride request page, enabling them to select a … [Read more...] about Uber offers skiers and snowboarders a hassle-free ride to the slopes

Taking an Uber may soon be an all-inclusive experience. The transportation giant recently partnered with Cargo, the startup that offers in-car shopping experiences to those on the move. With this new globe-spanning collaboration, Cargo will be offering Uber customers products like snacks, beverages, electronics, and even beauty products, all while on the go. Uber drivers now have the option to register with Cargo and retrieve a box of products at select driver onboarding and support centers, called Uber Greenlight Hubs, in both San Francisco and Los Angeles (we can only assume that more locations will soon be added). They will then be able to sell these goodies to their passengers, and earn commissions, referrals, and performance bonuses through Cargo. Basically, this partnership gives Uber drivers two opportunities to make money at the same time. In the year since Cargo launched, the company claims that 7,000 participating drivers have earned more than $1 million by distributing … [Read more...] about Uber may soon turn into your personalized mini convenience store

Previous Next 1 of 11 The Taycan, Porsche’s long-anticipated answer to the Tesla Model S, made its debut earlier in 2019, and its full specifications are beginning to trickle out. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) put the electric sedan through its paces and concluded it’s capable of driving for up to 201 miles on a single charge. That’s far lower than anything Tesla makes. Motorists who take home a 2020 Taycan Turbo can expect to drive for up to 201 miles between charges. The size of the wheels affects range (and fuel economy on a gasoline- or diesel-powered cars), and the EPA didn’t reveal what it tested the car on, but it’s reasonable to assume that figure is valid when the Taycan rolls on the 20-inch alloys it comes standard with. There are no two ways around it: 201 miles really isn’t great, especially considering this is an expensive luxury sedan. To add perspective, the more affordable Panamera offers 545 miles … [Read more...] about The Porsche Taycan falls completely short of the Model S when it comes to range