Category: Private Transportation

Is a Private Car Service an “Ordinary and Necessary” Expense?

In the past few years, with so many companies looking for ways to reduce business expenses, we’ve often heard the inquiry, “Why do we need a corporate car service?” It’s a valid question. In order to be tax-deductible, business transportation expenses much be both “ordinary and necessary.” According to the IRS, “An ordinary expense is one that is common and accepted in your trade or business. A necessary expense is one that is helpful and appropriate for your trade or business.” But this just touches on a larger question: whether a private car service provides value in line with its cost. Read More

A Heritage of Prestige in Transportation Services

In the world of luxury sedans, the Lincoln Continental holds a special place in history. The architect Frank Lloyd Wright once described the Continental as “the most beautiful car in the world” while John Steinbeck said “no other car so satisfied my soul.”

Because of this car’s heritage and cachet, many in the automotive industry were thrilled to hear that Lincoln Motor Company would be offering the iconic model once again, after a 15-year hiatus. Manufactured in Flat Rock, Michigan, the new Continental is the tenth generation of the line and the successor to the Lincoln MKS. Read More

It wasn’t that long ago that New Haven was named the top foodie city in the United States. But all across Connecticut, there are plenty of opportunities to discover new flavors, textures and cooking techniques, along with healthy food choices. Connecticut also has a wide variety of summer food festivals that celebrate everything from oysters to rhubarb. When you can combine Connecticut’s foodie culture with a summer festival, it’s a match made in heaven.

Connecticut Food Festivals by Private Car

Whether you’re going to down-home strawberry festival or pig roast at one of Connecticut’s many wineries, a historic waterfront food festival or an exclusive culinary event, a Connecticut food festival trip can be made even more enjoyable if you hire a private car. Not only will you start your trip in style, you’ll end the day by savoring the experience rather than navigating traffic or looking for your exit. Read More

Age-old question: Ride or drive

Consider this…

The cost of driving your car.

AAA reports that it costs 60.8 cents per mile to drive your car, which includes the cost of gas and wear and tear on your car, Simply multiply the number of miles from your home to JFK by 60.8 to determine the true cost of driving. Also, add the tolls, which are factored into the cost of a car service.

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From delayed or cancelled flights to long check-in lines to turbulent rides, air travel can be a frustrating and stressful experience.  And that’s NOT including transportation to and from the airport.  Adding airport transportation to the equation can elevate the stress of air travel to insurmountable levels.

For those that live in the suburbs, the most popular modes of transportation to the airport are either driving yourself or taking a car service.  In order to deduce which choice is best for most people, let’s analyze what “drives” people to make each choice and try to discern perception from reality.

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