SYSTEMS, METHODS AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCTS FOR RIDE SHARING BASED ON MILEAGES
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1. A method comprising:
- (a) receiving information from one or more members to create ride sharing social circles or groups;
(b) classifying the one or more members as driver, passenger or both;
(c) matching at least a portion of the information from one or more members, wherein the information includes a trip;
(d) providing contact information between at least one driver and at least one passenger depending on the amount of overlap of the trip, wherein the amount of overlap exceeds a pre-determined threshold; and
(e) rewarding the driver the number of miles travelled based on the trip.
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Abstract
To reduce our carbon footprint on the planet, there needs to be better systems and methods of coordinating travel among people. The presently disclosed system not only allows for ride sharing to take place, the driver can also be rewarded with financial incentives while the passenger not only is able to get to the desired destination, he or she can also save money by not having to maintain a vehicle, not to mention numerous other benefits to the environment and society.
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6 Claims
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1. A method comprising:
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(a) receiving information from one or more members to create ride sharing social circles or groups; (b) classifying the one or more members as driver, passenger or both; (c) matching at least a portion of the information from one or more members, wherein the information includes a trip; (d) providing contact information between at least one driver and at least one passenger depending on the amount of overlap of the trip, wherein the amount of overlap exceeds a pre-determined threshold; and (e) rewarding the driver the number of miles travelled based on the trip. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
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