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Social Ride Sharing Communities

PickUpPal

— April 3, 2008 — Autos
PickupPal is a really cool service that extends from online to real life connections where people can help each other out. You benefit from it by either getting a cheap ride, or getting paid to drive others somewhere.

PickupPal is "A global eco-friendly transportation revolution that connects drivers, passengers, and packages with the places they need to go."

Better than a cab company, it's much more affordable and you have the added bonus of making a potential friend. It's also a world-wide service for real people, not organizations or companies.

The site, which is free to join, offers two options:

"Pickup Request" which matches you with someone who's requested a driver in your area at the designated time.

"Pal Driver" gets you money from others who big on rides with you. Just pick up people that are on your way any way, and make money in process, and potentially a new companion (or future boyfriend!)
Trend Themes
1. Social Ride Sharing - Social ride sharing communities like PickupPal are disrupting traditional transportation services by leveraging peer-to-peer connections to offer cheaper, more eco-friendly transportation options.
2. Global Networks - PickupPal's global network of drivers and passengers is disrupting traditional taxi and transportation services, offering a more global and interconnected transportation community.
3. Shared Economy - PickupPal is part of the shared economy trend, disrupting traditional transportation services by offering a platform for individuals to share rides and make money.
Industry Implications
1. Transportation - The transportation industry should explore the opportunities for partnering with social ride sharing services like PickupPal to leverage these networks and connect with potential customers.
2. Technology - Technology companies can innovate in the social ride sharing space, creating new platforms and features that enhance the user experience and improve safety.
3. Hospitality - Hospitality companies can leverage social ride sharing services like PickupPal to offer transportation options for guests, creating a more eco-friendly and personalized service.
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