On Demand and in Advance: Lyft Is Testing Scheduled Pickups

Hannah Sampson

May 23rd, 2016 at 3:27 PM EDT

Photo Credit: Lyft is testing scheduled pickups in San Francisco but says on-demand rides will remain the focus. Lyft

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We'll be interested to see how riders, drivers, and competitors react to this move by Lyft.

As Lyft continues to try to make gains with business travelers — and everyday commuters who use competing car services — the ridesharing company is testing pickups scheduled in advance. In the coming weeks, Lyft will start allowing some users in San Francisco to request a ride up to 24 hours in advance. Customers can choose a time by tapping a clock icon on the right as they set a pickup location. The trial will begin with employees, but the

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