Rideshare News
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Some Uber drivers use bogus identities and shared accounts Turns out that unauthorized drivers using fake identification isn't just a London problem.
It has been going on since Uber's inception, regulators in a lot of cities are on to them now.https://www.cnet.com/news/uber-drivers-using-fake-identities-isnt-just-a-london-problem/
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Caraoke - No Thank You!
Why is putting Karaoke in cars becoming such a trend? I do not want to be forced to sing my …
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Man blames and sues Uber for ruining his marriage
"A French businessman claims Uber broke up his marriage — so he’s suing the company for more than $56 million.The …
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Uber and Lyft reportedly giving some drivers cash bonuses to use towards buying IPO stock
So, would you buy the IPO, or just pocket the cash? I know what I'd do...The two programs are …
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Lyft is offering free rides to all cancer patients in these cities
Cities where Lyft is offering free rides to cancer patients: Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Houston, Miami, Las Vegas, Cincinnati, Denver, St. …
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Tired Uber Driver Hits School Bus In Westchester
Thankfully no kids were aboard the school bus and no one was hurt.
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A woman was murdered by her rideshare driver. The company’s solution: a curfew for female passengers
Wow this is absolutely ridiculous. And I thought Uber was bad 😂 https://www.mercurynews.com/2019/11/10/a-woman-was-murdered-by-her-rideshare-driver-the-companys-solution-a-curfew-for-female-passengers/
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and now women are getting kicked out of Uber's for kissing
"The two women tell CNN that, several minutes after their peck, the driver pulled over onto the side of a …
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Uber is moving into Japan (baby steps)
If you know anything about Japans ridesharing industry you know it is pristine and Uber has had a tough time …
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WOW! The longest ride in Uber history was just recorded at 400 miles/8 hours!
Where: From Williamsburg VA to Brooklyn NY How Much: $294.09 Why: The passenger just needed to see her boyfriend. http://nypost.com/2016/12/10/the-longest-ride-in-uber-history/
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According to BI, 10% is the correct tip for rideshare drivers
They do state you can give 20% for exceptional service. Is it just me or does 10% seem low! Standard …
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Taxi cab partitions are about to be a thing of the past
Taxi partitions are about to go the way of the checkered cab in New York City.The Taxi & Limousine …
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Uber Copter is now available for everyone!
Who is gonna try it? Do you think they hardly screen their Pilots as well? 😂 https://www.engadget.com/2019/10/03/uber-copter-jfk-trips-october-7/
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Inside the new Uber: Weak coffee, vanishing perks and fast-deflating morale [Washington Post]
It's official. Uber has gone from hip startup to boring big company.https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2019/09/30/inside-new-uber-weak-coffee-vanishing-perks-fast-deflating-morale/Sounds like morale is pretty low among …
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Uber to start "optional" 4 digit pin as a safety precaution. Also working on other Safety Technology.
Uber is now adding the 4 digit pin which is optional. Rider will give driver a 4 digit pin code …
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Uber and bike-sharing JUMP - "Dockless, pedal-assist bikes"
Can we stop calling this thing an e-Bike? “We see the Uber app as moving from just being about car …
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An Uber Driver Was Just Tackled To The Ground Outside Uber’s Headquarters
Things are never boring at Uber headquarters in San Francisco. Apparently the drivers aren't even allowed to step into the …
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NYC Taxi drivers are killing themselves. (Literally) Blame Uber and Lyft [Newsweek]
I at first thought, "How is this news?" because they've been being killed for years now. Then I realized they …
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Dara Goes Driving | UBER
Leaving this here.
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India’s Uber drivers went on strike citing low wages
"On Monday, thousands of Uber drivers participated in the countrywide strike, crippling traffic and creating massive headaches for commuters." https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/worldviews/wp/2018/03/19/indias-uber-drivers-went-on-strike-today-because-theyre-making-almost-nothing/?utm_term=.7df564ebe5b5