Tag: Ride

I Learned to Ride a Bike a Little Too Late

When I was 7 years old, my mom and I would have study sessions on the balcony. With my tiny hands, I held papers printed with long tables containing the base form, present tense, past tense, and past participle of regular and irregular verbs in the English language. With my Russel-like figure and my...

You Must Be 64-Bit to Ride This Ferry

TLDR: If you have a newer Android device that won’t let you install NY Waterway, you can download my modified version of the application. You should always be careful installing random applications, especially from sources other than the official Play Store — like this Medium...

Let’s not think too far outside the box. This teen just wants a reliable T ride to school.

Many problems need an innovative solution, but the “entrepreneurs” highlighted in Scott Kirsner’s Innovation Economy column are looking too far outside the box to fix Boston’s transit woes. From interesting (water shuttles) to quixotic (self-driving cars), one word can descri...

Top 5 online taxi apps to book a ride in Dubai

The Emirate of Dubai is recognized worldwide for its high quality of living, it’s extravagant, incredibly architecturally characterized lifestyles, and its wide range of activities for individuals and families, its stunning and mild atmosphere, and the pristine stretches of beaches all year ro...

How to ride the New York City subway without getting lost

If you’re not familiar with the New York City public transport system, count yourself lucky. Even when it’s working, it’s really not intuitive. It took me a while and lot of missed connections to become acquainted. Don’t suffer like I did — learn from my struggle. I ...

Ride-sharing: A solution for congestion in Tel Aviv?

March 18, 2018: I boarded an early morning train to reach Tel Aviv from Rehovot. The train was packed. So much so, I was having a hard time breathing while struggling to hold onto something while the train was moving. Take this from someone who comes from India (a country known for overcrowded train...

Stop the Ride — We Need To Get Off

Recently, somebody sent me a meme depicting baby Yoda in a thoughtful pose along with the words “I bet aliens ride past Earth and lock their doors.” To be honest, I wouldn’t blame them if they did. One look at the headlines in a selection of major metropolitan newspapers on any ...

Ride the Rapid: Navigating Public Transit in New York

Have you ever considered riding on buses to navigate New York? As a frequent user of public transit, I can confidently say that it offers a convenient, affordable, and eco-friendly way to explore our urban playground. Whether you’re commuting to work, running errands, or sightseeing, riding on...

Buckle Up, It’s a Bumpy Ride: Are Autonomous Vehicles Really Safe?

AI: The Brain Behind the Wheel These self-driving wonders rely on AI, or Artificial Intelligence, to navigate the chaos of city streets. It’s like having a computerized co-pilot who’s been to driving school a million times. So, the big question is, are these AI-driven cars actua...

How Can I Make My Truck Ride Smoother?

1. Reduce Unsprung Mass The suspension system of the trucks is really important. In most of the vehicles, it does not come customized. In other words, there are components with heavyweight which reduces the smoothness of the ride. In order to gain smoothness, you will have to reduce the burden an...

How Uber’s Ride-Sharing Model Disrupts Urban Transportation

Have you ever wondered how a mobile app is reshuffling the deck in our cities, and indeed, changing the very face of urban transportation? Well, look no further than Uber. Since its inception, Uber, the brainchild of a simple yet powerful idea — a ride at the touch of a button — has revo...

When Did Humans Learn to Ride Horses?

Noother animal has changed our mobility like horses. They were the backbone of communications, logistics, and troop movement until the early 20th century. But when did we first ride horses? Who were the people to do so? Scholars are divided on the question of the origins of horse riding. One s...

Backgammon: The Ultimate Rollercoaster Ride with Dice & Drama!

Buckle up, folks! It’s time to dive headfirst into the whirlwind world of Backgammon — where the only thing crazier than the game itself is the players! So grab your dice, strap in, and get ready for a wild ride through the twists and turns of this classic board game. First things fir...