Orlando says its downtown Uber and Lyft hubs have worked
NOV 26, 2019 By RYAN GILLESPIE - ORLANDO SENTINEL
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Designating locations for drivers to pick up downtown Orlando patrons has improved traffic flow at last call and led to roads reopening quicker than before.
The hubs were pitched over the summer as a potential solution to the so-called “push” of pedestrian and vehicle traffic that spills into downtown after bars close at 2 a.m. As thousands of patrons aim to leave simultaneously, cab and ride-share drivers struggled to navigate cluttered and closed streets.
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They add that sporting and other events are still problematic. With the AZ Cardinals football stadium, they do have designated ride-sharing areas which works well.
I've wondered about downtown considering specific ride-share zones. Riders don't seem to mind waking to designated areas. Due to the App they can virtually walk up to or spot their car coming which is what they like.
Since I avoid downtown Phoenix and Rush Hour in general I can't speak to having any personal experience.