Dollaride

A new app wants to make it easier for riders and operators of New York City's unofficial transportation system to get around, the New York Times reported. Since 1980, dollar vans have catered to communities underserved by the city's subway and bus system, offering commuters in neighborhoods in Brooklyn and Queens an affordable (a trip typically costs $2 compared to the subway's $2.75) way to travel. Since much of the system operates underground, riders learn of routes and pick-up spots through word-of-mouth. Developers of a new app, Dollaride, hope to make finding a ride easier for the 120,000 daily dollar van commuters, as well as open up the service to more people.
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