Transporting passengers should be incidental to a driver's trip; otherwise, it's no longer ridesharing but commercial passenger transport. In other words, we don't rideshare to make money, but to reduce expenses, provide a service, and, as an added bonus, meet new people.
Using a phone while driving is prohibited across Canada. Keep both hands on the wheel, and if you have to make a call on the road, use hands-free equipment. You are responsible for the safety of your passengers. Please respect road signs and speed limits at all times.
We strongly recommend that you set up your meeting points close to a place well-served by public transit. In general, passengers will not have their own vehicular transportation, and it can be complicated for them to reach you at a meeting place far from the city center. This should also be kept in mind for the stops on your journey.
We limit the number of passengers in the rear seat to two (2). It's easier to talk to each other when you can breathe!
Make sure you welcome your passengers in the best conditions. It's much more pleasant to sit in a clean and tidy vehicle. If you have pets, do a little cleaning before you travel; one of your passengers could be allergic to animal hair!
Think of your Intare Rides profile as your business card. It lets other members get to know you a bit before traveling with you, and a complete profile is both nice and convivial for the rest of the community. It can also help you to find things in common and topics for discussion on the road more easily.
Ridesharing is a great opportunity to meet new people, talk, and have fun, so don't miss out!
Remember that everyone gets tired, quiet, or may just prefer to finish reading their book on their own. Nevertheless, a little effort is always appreciated to break the ice, at least at the beginning of the trip.
If you ever feel uncomfortable, don't hesitate to report it. When people are well-intentioned, all that is needed is some good communication for everything to be fine.