Uber or car rental: which is more profitable

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Most people love to travel and enjoy adventure in different countries, but this can be associated with certain logistical problems when moving around a foreign city. In these cases, some prefer services. Uber and Lyftwho developed special service packages for travelers in 2016, which made their services more profitable and more convenient. Other tourists prefer to rent cars, given that many companies now offer hourly rent, which was not there before.

Edition Cheat sheet figured out which of these options is more beneficial, depending on the circumstances of the trip.

1. Check available options

Use of services Uber and Lyft may not be possible in some cities - for example Barcelona, ​​Spain; Buenos Aires, Argentina; Vancouver, Canada, and Frankfurt, Germany, have strict passenger transport regulations prohibiting companies like Uber and Lyft do business in their territory. Some US cities, such as Buffalo, New York, and Austin, Texas, also have similar limitations. If your destination has similar restrictions, then your choice comes down to a traditional taxi, which can be very expensive, or rent a car.

2. Duration of the trip

For shorter journeys that do not require long journeys, use Uber will be more convenient and affordable. For long trips it is better to use a rental car.

3. Hiking

If you plan to mainly explore the visited city on foot, it is more beneficial to rely on Uber, calling the car only when you need it. If you are planning to move between destinations in the city or make a long trip, you should use a rental car.

4. Major event while traveling

If a major event occurs during your visit to the city, this may affect your options for organizing logistics and the cost of it. For example, Uber increases tariffs with an increase in demand. In this case, calculate the costs of both options in advance and determine which one suits you best.

5. Parking facilities

In some cities, parking prices are very high and can reach $ 100 per week. If parking is expensive and it is difficult to find places for it, it is better to give preference. Uber and Lyft. If parking is available in terms of finances and space, then you should think about renting a car.

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