If you’re arriving at JFK Airport’s Terminals 5 or 7, there’s a significant update you should be aware of. As part of the airport’s $19 billion redevelopment, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has begun implementing new pickup procedures for ride-sharing and for-hire vehicle services such as Uber and Lyft.
Here’s what that means for your travel — and why Teddy’s passengers are still in the clear. Read More
There’s no doubt that a ride from Uber remains one of the most widely used options for getting around, with the company reporting over 20 million rides per day globally in 2025. But as the platform continues to grow, Uber and similar app-based services like Lyft have remained under ongoing scrutiny—especially when it comes to safety, accountability, and rider experience. In many cases, a professional private car service may be a smarter, more reliable alternative. Here’s why:
Uber drivers undergo a multi-step background check, but these checks are still conducted by third-party vendors—not law enforcement—and often do not include fingerprinting, unlike the strict vetting processes required for licensed livery and taxicab drivers. According to safety studies, third-party checks can be up to 43 times more likely to miss disqualifying criminal history.
Even with improvements to Uber’s technology and safety reporting tools, loopholes remain. For instance, someone with a criminal background could register using someone else’s identity, and enforcement mechanisms remain reactive rather than preventive. In some cases, an otherwise “approved” driver may hand off their Uber account or vehicle to another person without Uber or the passenger knowing.
And even when the driver is legitimate, the nature of gig work means many rideshare drivers work excessive hours just to earn a livable wage, which can raise concerns about fatigue, focus, and long-term safety behind the wheel.
At Teddy’s Transportation System, we’re proud to share some exciting news: MotorTrend has named the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus its SUV of the Year!
This award is a major endorsement of the very vehicles that make up the heart of our luxury private car service. In fact, 80% of Teddy’s primary car service fleet is the Lincoln Nautilus — and now it’s officially recognized as the best in its class. Read More
The report underscores that the C-suite executives are increasingly acknowledging the pivotal role of business travel in delivering a solid return on investment. On average, these leaders attribute about a third of their companies’ 2023 sales growth to the direct impact of in-person meetings. This trend highlights the indispensable nature of face-to-face interactions in building and maintaining client relationships, with a compelling 95 percent of leaders indicating that their company would likely lose customers without such in-person engagements. Read More
