Resources & Guides

NYC Resources & Tips

Everything I've learned about navigating NYC as a student, rideshare driver, and food explorer. Practical tips and guides from real experience.

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🚕TLC Guide

How to Get Your TLC License

Step-by-step guide to getting your TLC license in NYC. Timeline, costs, and what to expect.

💰Rideshare

Uber vs Lyft: Which Pays More?

Real earnings comparison after 6 months of driving both platforms in NYC.

Rideshare

Best Hours to Drive in Manhattan

Data-driven breakdown of peak earning hours, surge patterns, and spots to avoid.

🎓Student Life

NYC Student Survival Guide

Balancing college, a side hustle, and social life in the most expensive city.

🍕NYC Life

Affordable Eats Under $10 in NYC

You don't have to break the bank. The best cheap meals across all 5 boroughs.

Rideshare

Tesla Rideshare: Is It Worth It?

Running numbers on EV rideshare driving. Charging costs, range anxiety, and the real profit margins.

🗽NYC Life

Navigating NYC Like a Local

Subway hacks, toll tricks, and the shortcuts only real New Yorkers know.

TLC Guide

TLC Inspection Checklist

Everything your vehicle needs to pass TLC inspection. No surprises, no fails.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can you actually make driving Uber in NYC?

It varies. On a good week I clear $300-500 after expenses. Check my videos for real breakdowns.

Do you need a special license to drive rideshare in NYC?

Yes, you need a TLC license. It takes about 2-3 weeks to get. I have a full guide on the process.

What's the best chicken over rice in NYC?

That's what I'm trying to find out! Check the NYC Eats page for my running leaderboard.

How do you balance college and driving?

Planning and sacrifice. I drive evenings and weekends, study in the mornings. It's a grind but it works.