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Is help for future NYC Medallion Owners on its way?
The Council on Thursday will vote on a bill to establish a new “Office of Financial Stability” within the TLC …
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Months after a self-driving crash, Uber is being slower and more deliberate as it gets back on public roads to test its technology [Recode]
Honestly, this autonomous vehicle thing was moving too fast, and it is wise for these companies to slow down. The …
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Uber IPO: Former CEO Travis Kalanick (yeah, the crazy one) to earn billions | Fox Business
Just a reminder to everyone.https://www.foxbusiness.com/business-leaders/uber-ipo-former-ceo-travis-kalanick-to-earn-billions
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Uber IPO: Relationship with drivers, drivers being employees, and some metrics starting to be revealed
The usual market gibberish, but I did find these interesting though:Tips and TripsNonfinancial metrics are also important for …
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Our friend, Peter Ashlock, is on NY Times. Pointing out the truths about Uber and its gig-economy.
Our friend, Peter, was on the New York Times last week. Mr. Ashlock, who will be 71 next week, has …
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Denzel Washington as a Lyft Driver-Turned-Assassin in Equalizer 2
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RIDERS BEWARE!!! Make sure you know you are getting in the correct car. Please read article.
https://www-fox29-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.fox29.com/amp/news/local-news/chief-ride-share-mistake-led-to-death-of-college-student-from-nj?amp_js_v=a2&_gsa=1#referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s
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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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FINALLY! Uber looks into solution regarding drivers reportedly gaming for cancellation fees.
I have had this happen to me numerous times and it is so infuriating! It is like a game of …
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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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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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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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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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Brooklynites drowning in helicopter noise since Uber Copter, Blade launch
It is a great idea, wait until one crashes God forbid!https://nypost.com/2019/12/07/brooklynites-drowning-in-helicopter-noise-since-uber-copter-blade-launch/
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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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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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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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Lyft shares jump as stock begins trading [Fox News]
I have a mixed feeling about this.Shares of LyftOpens a New Window., which are now publicly available …
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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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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/