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Uber vs Lyft
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Can Uber or Lyft deliver food?
Uber delivers food from area restaurants through its UberEats service. This food delivery service directs Uber drivers to partner restaurants near the requester’s home through a separate app.
Will an Uber or Lyft driver carry luggage?
Uber and Lyft drivers are able to carry luggage with space dependent on vehicle size. You can use the number of seats in each ride type to select the ride option for your luggage needs. A good rule of thumb is to select the six-seat Uber XL or Lyft XL option to ensure luggage space for multiple passengers. Most drivers […]
Will Uber or Lyft drive in snow?
Uber and Lyft encourage their drivers to operate during inclement weather to serve riders who need to reach their destinations. A limited supply of drivers in each app means surge pricing is likely during snowy conditions. In many regions, SUV options are available at an additional expense to give you peace of mind in case […]
What hours does Uber or Lyft operate?
Uber and Lyft do not limit their drivers to specific operating hours. Drivers are encouraged to create their own schedules based on availability and rider demand.
What are peak Uber or Lyft hours?
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You can access Uber and Lyft 24 hours a day, 7 days a week depending on the availability of drivers in your area at the time of your request.
Was Uber or Lyft first?
Uber first launched in 2011 after two years of testing on the streets of San Francisco. Lyft followed Uber with the app launched in 2012 for riders in the San Francisco Bay Area.
How is Uber different from Lyft?
Uber and Lyft are often seen as interchangeable ride-hailing apps by casual observers. According to SurveyMonkey, users of both apps express high levels of satisfaction. The companies are different from each other in a few key respects. SurveyMonkey’s research found that 86% of respondents used Uber, while 32% used Lyft. A small number of users took […]
Which countries does Lyft operate in?
Lyft operates in all 50 states in the United States Canada. The company expanded into Canada when it began operations in Toronto in December 2017.