Readers react to an article about Haley Markham, a WSU student who suffered severe back and neck injuries from a car accident in November 2011. Markham accepted a ride from a fellow student who hosted two open seats in her sedan for a small fee on the “Pullman2Seattle” Facebook page. The driver, who was a stranger to Markham, nearly collided with an oncoming car before swerving off the road and slamming into a fence. The driver was trying to pass five cars at once.

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Anna Maul: “This FB group ‘rideshare’ is not an actual TNC (Transportation Network Company). Not like Uber or Lyft, more like trying to find a reliable ride from Craigslist. I hope people don’t confuse this type of arrangement with actual background checked drivers.”

Minna Leigh: “Super important to be safe. Cutting a few hours off the trip isn’t worth it.”

Christine Mier: “This is why when I offer a ride to anyone on the site, I always tell them I have a CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) and I drive the speed limit. If you’re looking to get there faster than that, I’m not the driver for you.”

Jack Guske: “From the middle of August on, I will NOT ride my motorcycle on (Highway) 26 from Washtucna to Pullman, because, frankly, I don’t want to die!”

Desirae Rose Woodford: “It’s so true. I ended up bringing my car because ride sharing with strangers freaked me out.”

Ashley Brodin: “For anyone interested, try using the Zimride site. Drivers can be rated so you might have some idea of what you’re getting into.”

Editor’s note: The comments used in reader reactions are selected from public responses to stories on The Daily Evergreen’s Facebook page. The names listed with the comments are those provided as the individual’s identity on Facebook.