Lyft rolls out a subscription service

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A Lyft driver is accused of sexually assaulting a 17-year-old passenger earlier this year in west suburban Lyons. | AP file photo

Lyft’s next step in trying to make car ownership optional is a monthly subscription service.

The ride-hailing company is introducing a $299 plan geared toward commuters. Lyft’s All-Access Plan lets users prepay for 30 rides worth up to $15 each. If a ride costs more than $15, you pay the difference.

Lyft claims its subscription plan can save passengers as much as 59 percent compared with the cost of owning a car.

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