So, I'm a bit hesitant in doing this, and I hope that I'm not breaking any rules by saying this. I am a Uber X, Lyft & Sidecar driver. I currently drive part-time. I drive maybe 2 or 3 days a week, depending on my schedule at home as well as any consulting contracts I may be working.

I've been a member here at Flyertalk since May of 2012, but I have a low post count since I left my last job in July of this year. More or less I don't fly/rent cars or hotel rooms on a frequent basis. I just come here to read some good stories now.

I have worked in the transportation business/sector, mostly on the IT side for the last 20 years. Prior to that I worked for 2 different messenger companies in the Chicagoland area, and also worked dispatch for one of the 2 companies prior to entering IT full time.

I don't mind answering any questions posted or if you want to ask in a PM, it's up to you. I will say I can only answer questions related to the Chicago/Illinois market.

I will say I am not a representative of Uber, Lyft or Sidecar - I am only an independent contractor / driver. My opinions/views would be my own and would not reflect the official views of these companies. I also won't give you my driver name or vehicle - because I could be deactivated if Uber/Lyft or Sidecar don't agree with my opinions - it's been known to happen.

I could go back and answer some of the questions posted prior to my entry, but it could just get messy. I do hope to be able to answer all questions.

Thank you!

Edit: It's 5am Chicago time, and I'm about to go to bed. I'll answer questions after I get up, it's been a long night. I do apologize for posting this and then running to bed.