Running Uber & Lyft Now...In a New Car?

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Mario Mateo here, and what a day it's been! Kicked off this Monday with some excitement – I’ve officially bought a 2018 Hyundai Sonata Sport! It’s in excellent condition, drives like a dream, and I got it for a steal. I’m thrilled to start this new chapter, juggling both Uber and Lyft. My baseball card project took a backseat today as I dove into the car buying experience, complete with flashbacks to the dealership.

The day didn’t just stop at the new car though. I won a court case against an illegal U-turn ticket thanks to the chaos of the airport TNC lot. Felt like I had the judge in my pocket for a moment there! After that small victory, it was time to hit the road and see how this new ride handles the Miami streets. The gas mileage is impressive, and I can't wait to see how far I can go on a full tank.

Switching between Uber and Lyft was an interesting experience. Lyft was surprisingly quiet for most of the day, leaving Uber to carry the load. Managed a few good rides and even got my first Lyft ride from the airport – a modest start but a start nonetheless. The new car’s features, like leather seats and a sunroof, make the rides more enjoyable, and the passengers seem to appreciate the comfort.

Despite some frustrations with the Lyft app's interface and navigation, I’m finding my groove. The day was filled with reflections on work, LinkedIn's superficiality, and the grind of rideshare driving. By the end of it, I had a decent haul for a Monday in the slow season. Stay tuned for more adventures as I continue navigating this crazy rideshare world in my new Hyundai Sonata. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe!

Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Introduction: Monday, July 8th
0:00:16 - Organizing baseball cards project
0:00:31 - Big news: Bought a car!
0:00:34 - Introducing my new Hyundai Sonata
0:01:08 - Flashback: Dealership visit
0:01:35 - Dealership details and car features
0:03:12 - First reveal of the new Sonata
0:04:21 - Interior features: Leather seats and sunroof
0:05:09 - Checking the interior and sensors
0:06:04 - Sport shifters and drive modes
0:08:27 - Driving out of the dealership
0:10:03 - Plans for the new car and first rideshare
0:10:55 - Winning the illegal U-turn court case
0:13:31 - Planning my rideshare strategy
0:14:20 - First impressions of the new Sonata
0:15:15 - Gas mileage and efficiency
0:16:23 - Starting the rideshare vlog
0:18:11 - Reflections on Tesla vs. Hyundai
0:18:34 - Thoughts on rideshare as a long-term career
0:20:12 - Visiting my mom’s house
0:21:10 - Sentimental about the old Kia
0:21:26 - Installing the dash cam
0:22:08 - Heatwave in Miami
0:23:09 - Features of the new car: Charging ports and heated seats
0:24:01 - First car wash for the Sonata
0:25:12 - Flashback to dealership footage
0:26:09 - Cleaning and detailing the new car
0:27:04 - Going online with Lyft for the first time
0:29:29 - Observations about Lyft vs. Uber
0:32:11 - Multi-app strategy: Switching between Uber and Lyft
0:34:59 - First Lyft ride from the airport
0:37:19 - Experiences with Uber teens
0:42:33 - Reflections on LinkedIn and job hunting
0:47:06 - Navigating the apps and ride requests
0:50:15 - Keeping it real vs. LinkedIn personas
0:53:53 - Thoughts on work and career
0:56:09 - Real talk about LinkedIn profiles
0:59:06 - Ranting about the corporate world
1:02:21 - The challenge of staying authentic
1:05:18 - Thoughts on the rideshare lot management
1:07:05 - Airport lot chaos and winning in court
1:09:31 - First Lyft ride: Impressions and technical challenges
1:12:13 - Comparing Lyft and Uber apps
1:13:19 - Gas station break and fuel efficiency
1:16:41 - Deciding on rideshare strategies for the day
1:18:18 - Reflections on the day and signing off