The time to pick a ridesharing app for your phone isn't when it's dark and cold, there aren't any cabs to be had and you realize you'd really like a ride home. The time to download one is well before you need it.
Ridesharing has become a popular -- and controversial -- alternative to traditional taxi services. On the face of it, it seems simple enough: The apps match people needing a lift with drivers who use their own personal vehicles to give rides. You create an account with a service through the app, then use it to request a pickup from your location. The apps also handle payment through your saved credit card. Currently, the top three contenders are Uber, Lyft and Sidecar.
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