#ride-hailing
#ride-hailing

More than 1,600 sexual assault cases against Uber merged in far-reaching court ruling

The 9th Circuit Court permits over 1,600 sexual assault cases against Uber to proceed, challenging the company's legal defenses.

fromwww.cbc.ca

Toronto taxi, ride-hailing companies ask to be included in 'Buy local' campaign | CBC News

Taxi companies urge Toronto to support local services amid U.S. tariff threats.

Council motion aims to protect jobs and promote local vehicle-for-hire companies.

Tesla Snubs Uber On Robotaxi Partnership: 'They Want To Do It Alone'

Uber and Tesla are poised to enter the robotaxi market, but Tesla prefers to operate independently.

Tech industry

fromBusiness Insider

Robotaxis could slowly be coming for Uber and Lyft drivers' earnings

Competition from driverless taxis may significantly reduce earning potential for Uber and Lyft drivers in the coming years, creating financial challenges.

Uber is piloting accounts for teenagers in India | TechCrunch

Uber for Teens launches in India, enabling teenagers to request rides with parental oversight.

Uber to introduce fixed-route shuttles in major US cities designed for commuters | TechCrunch

Uber introduces affordable fixed-route rides during weekdays to help riders save money.

The new Route Share feature allows up to 50% savings on rides along predefined routes.

NYC startup

fromLos Angeles Times

More than 1,600 sexual assault cases against Uber merged in far-reaching court ruling

The 9th Circuit Court permits over 1,600 sexual assault cases against Uber to proceed, challenging the company's legal defenses.

fromwww.cbc.ca

Toronto taxi, ride-hailing companies ask to be included in 'Buy local' campaign | CBC News

Taxi companies urge Toronto to support local services amid U.S. tariff threats.

Council motion aims to protect jobs and promote local vehicle-for-hire companies.

Tesla Snubs Uber On Robotaxi Partnership: 'They Want To Do It Alone'

Uber and Tesla are poised to enter the robotaxi market, but Tesla prefers to operate independently.

Tech industry

fromBusiness Insider

Robotaxis could slowly be coming for Uber and Lyft drivers' earnings

Competition from driverless taxis may significantly reduce earning potential for Uber and Lyft drivers in the coming years, creating financial challenges.

Uber is piloting accounts for teenagers in India | TechCrunch

Uber for Teens launches in India, enabling teenagers to request rides with parental oversight.

Uber to introduce fixed-route shuttles in major US cities designed for commuters | TechCrunch

Uber introduces affordable fixed-route rides during weekdays to help riders save money.

The new Route Share feature allows up to 50% savings on rides along predefined routes.

more#uber

#tesla

Tesla sets sights on Uber, Lyft in California with ride-hail application

Tesla is pursuing ride-hailing services in California, indicating a strategic shift amid declining traditional sales.

Waymo Hits 200,000 Paid Trips Per Week Before Tesla Even Gets Started

Waymo has achieved 200,000 paid autonomous rides weekly, doubling its figures in six months.

California permit approval moves Tesla a step closer to directly competing with Uber and Lyft

Tesla receives California approval to begin passenger transport services, launching ride-hailing competition against Uber and Waymo.

Tesla owners across the globe prepare for Robotaxi launch with this neat customization

Tesla is preparing to launch a global Robotaxi platform, allowing owners to earn income from their cars.

Tesla doubles down on Robotaxi launch date, putting a big bet on its timeline

Tesla is committed to launching its Robotaxi platform in June, showcasing confidence in its Full Self-Driving technology.

Tesla says it has launched ride-hailing Robotaxi teaser to employees only

Tesla has launched an employee-exclusive Robotaxi fleet in Austin and San Francisco using Full Self-Driving (Supervised) technology.

Tesla sets sights on Uber, Lyft in California with ride-hail application

Tesla is pursuing ride-hailing services in California, indicating a strategic shift amid declining traditional sales.

Waymo Hits 200,000 Paid Trips Per Week Before Tesla Even Gets Started

Waymo has achieved 200,000 paid autonomous rides weekly, doubling its figures in six months.

California permit approval moves Tesla a step closer to directly competing with Uber and Lyft

Tesla receives California approval to begin passenger transport services, launching ride-hailing competition against Uber and Waymo.

Tesla owners across the globe prepare for Robotaxi launch with this neat customization

Tesla is preparing to launch a global Robotaxi platform, allowing owners to earn income from their cars.

Tesla doubles down on Robotaxi launch date, putting a big bet on its timeline

Tesla is committed to launching its Robotaxi platform in June, showcasing confidence in its Full Self-Driving technology.

Tesla says it has launched ride-hailing Robotaxi teaser to employees only

Tesla has launched an employee-exclusive Robotaxi fleet in Austin and San Francisco using Full Self-Driving (Supervised) technology.

more#tesla

#autonomous-vehicles

A Remote Driver Will Deliver This Kia Niro EV Rideshare Car To You

Corktown Carshare introduces a cost-effective ride-hailing model where a remote operator delivers the vehicle for users to drive.

fromArs Technica

What we know about Waymo's 2025 expansion plans

Waymo is expanding its autonomous ride-hailing services to Atlanta, Miami, and Tokyo, navigating unique urban challenges.

Washington DC

fromFast Company

Waymo is expanding its robotaxi service to D.C. next year

Waymo plans to launch its ride-hailing service in Washington, D.C. in 2026, pending regulatory developments.

The service will pause during winter weather until vehicles are equipped with capabilities for snowy conditions.

Waymo and Toyota are dating. If they get serious, a new autonomous vehicle could be created. | TechCrunch

Waymo and Toyota are exploring a potential partnership to develop new autonomous vehicle technology for ride-hailing and consumer cars.

Tech industry

Lyft to launch Mobileye-powered robotaxis 'as soon as 2026,' starting with Dallas | TechCrunch

Alternative transportation

Exclusive: Waymo rides cost more than Uber, Lyft - and people are paying anyway | TechCrunch

A Remote Driver Will Deliver This Kia Niro EV Rideshare Car To You

Corktown Carshare introduces a cost-effective ride-hailing model where a remote operator delivers the vehicle for users to drive.

fromArs Technica

What we know about Waymo's 2025 expansion plans

Waymo is expanding its autonomous ride-hailing services to Atlanta, Miami, and Tokyo, navigating unique urban challenges.

Washington DC

fromFast Company

Waymo is expanding its robotaxi service to D.C. next year

Waymo plans to launch its ride-hailing service in Washington, D.C. in 2026, pending regulatory developments.

The service will pause during winter weather until vehicles are equipped with capabilities for snowy conditions.

Waymo and Toyota are dating. If they get serious, a new autonomous vehicle could be created. | TechCrunch

Waymo and Toyota are exploring a potential partnership to develop new autonomous vehicle technology for ride-hailing and consumer cars.

Tech industry

Lyft to launch Mobileye-powered robotaxis 'as soon as 2026,' starting with Dallas | TechCrunch

Alternative transportation

Exclusive: Waymo rides cost more than Uber, Lyft - and people are paying anyway | TechCrunch

more#autonomous-vehicles

Lyft to buy taxi app FREENOW for $197M to enter Europe | TechCrunch

Lyft is expanding into the European market through its acquisition of FREENOW.

fromSilicon Canals

Lyft to acquire Germany's FREENOW for 175M

Lyft is acquiring FREENOW to enhance its European mobility services and strengthen its position in the growing digital taxi booking market.

Miscellaneous

Uber-backed mobility fintech Moove acquires Brazil's Kovi, takes ARR to $275M | TechCrunch

1 week ago

NYC startup

Voi CEO says he's open to acquiring Bolt's micromobility business | TechCrunch

Lyft to buy taxi app FREENOW for $197M to enter Europe | TechCrunch

Lyft is expanding into the European market through its acquisition of FREENOW.

fromSilicon Canals

Lyft to acquire Germany's FREENOW for 175M

Lyft is acquiring FREENOW to enhance its European mobility services and strengthen its position in the growing digital taxi booking market.

Miscellaneous

Uber-backed mobility fintech Moove acquires Brazil's Kovi, takes ARR to $275M | TechCrunch

1 week ago

NYC startup

Voi CEO says he's open to acquiring Bolt's micromobility business | TechCrunch

NYC parents

Got kids? You're the sort of customer Uber Eats and DoorDash really want

fromSFGATE

6 months ago

Tech industry

SF overcharged tech company about $100M in taxes, lawsuit alleges

fromwww.nytimes.com

Digital life

Uber and Lyft Drivers in Massachusetts Win Right to Unionize

fromBusiness Insider

NYC parents

Got kids? You're the sort of customer Uber Eats and DoorDash really want

fromSFGATE

6 months ago

Tech industry

SF overcharged tech company about $100M in taxes, lawsuit alleges

fromwww.nytimes.com

Digital life

Uber and Lyft Drivers in Massachusetts Win Right to Unionize

more#gig-economy

fromSilicon Canals

Tallinn-based Bolt acquires Danish taxi startup Viggo: Know more - Silicon Canals

Bolt acquired Danish startup Viggo, entering the Danish ride-hailing market and expanding its commitment to electric mobility.

Silicon Valley

fromABC7 San Francisco

Waymo's driverless car service expanding to parts of Silicon Valley

Waymo expands driverless car services to Silicon Valley, starting with limited customer availability.

Gozem nets $30M to expand vehicle financing, digital banking in Francophone Africa | TechCrunch

Gozem aims to be a super-app by expanding services beyond ride-hailing to support drivers financially.

Lyft's new AI customer assistant is powered by Anthropic's Claude | TechCrunch

Lyft's partnership with Anthropic aims to leverage AI to enhance customer service interactions for riders and drivers, positioning them competitively in the tech landscape.

Artificial intelligence

Cars

fromwww.nytimes.com

5 months ago

Hailing a car in Midtown Manhattan is becoming more expensive.

New tolls in Manhattan's congestion zone target passengers of taxis and ride-hailing services instead of the drivers.

Passenger fees aim to alleviate pressure on taxi industry and discourage passengers from switching to ride-hailing apps.