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Uber is reportedly making a new service to provide short-term jobs in security, hospitality, and more [Business Insider]
Here's another article on UberWorks - Uber is reportedly developing a new service that would provide short-term jobs in professions …
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Drivers don't forget Thanksgiving Eve is the busiest drinking night of the year!
If you are new to driving for Uber & Lyft or you never thought about it this is the best …
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NFL player spends $932 on Uber ride from Chicago for voluntary practice
Buffalo Bills cornerback Shareece Wright took an Uber ride from Chicago to practice in Buffalo. The NFL veteran tipped the …
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Uber CEO, Dara, has one regret after first year in office
According to CNN Dara only has this one regret: "If there's one area that I would have liked to change …
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Uber lost $1.1 billion last quarter, says rides are profitable (sort of)
https://arstechnica.com/cars/2019/11/uber-lost-1-1-billion-last-quarter-says-rides-are-profitable-sort-of/?amp=1First time they are giving us more visibility into their revenue figures. Fun. Yet the company argues that things …
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Geez, pickup wait time at LAX is now over 60 minutes. So much for their new "helpful" system.
Has anyone experienced this personally yet? Drivers? Riders? Curious how accurate this article is.https://thepointsguy.com/news/lax-it-uber-wait-time/
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What are the Safety, Physical and Mental health issues of being a rideshare driver?
Car value depreciation is a small part of what Uber and Lyft drivers endure. What are the risks the drivers …
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Uber’s New Brand Revamp - "Platform of Mobility"
"Uber is unveiling an entirely new look that will eventually feature a fresh, custom-made typeface, new colors, a redesigned in-app …
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Cutest Uber Dog!
Check out this pup who always get to ride shotgun!
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An Uber Driver who fatally shot a drunk passenger was just found NOT guilty
I am all for driver safety and would hate to think of this guy in a scary position but I …
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Uber for Dog Walkers, Wag, is not doing so well
I guess these dog walkers keep losing the dogs they are walking. Maybe the Uber method isn't best for everything... …
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LAPD Warns of Thieves Using New Digital Method to Steal Earnings From Uber, Lyft Drivers
If the drivers are this gullable, they shouldn't be on the road.https://ktla-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/ktla.com/2019/10/04/lapd-warns-of-thieves-using-new-digital-method-to-steal-earnings-from-uber-lyft-drivers/amp/?amp_js_v=a2&_gsa=1&usqp=mq331AQCKAE%3D#aoh=15703052121210&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fktla.com%2F2019%2F10%2F04%2Flapd-warns-of-thieves-using-new-digital-method-to-steal-earnings-from-uber-lyft-drivers%2F
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Houston Riders! Uber code offers $20 credit during holidays in Houston area
According to a release, the code, which is TXDOT20, is valid for $20 credit while supplies last.
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Taxi Sitcom?
Have you guys ever heard of or watched the sitcom "Taxi"? Apparently it aired like 35 years ago http://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/2018/08/06/taxi-stars-recall-on-set-secrets-spill-on-crazy-cast-reunions.html
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Uber will now let drivers and riders record audio during trips for safety
At the beginning of a trip, riders and drivers can enable this feature by clicking the shield icon in the …
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Looks Like NY is following in CA's footsteps in regards to AB5
Just as we expected, the world of the gig economy is changing fast.https://nationalinterest.org/blog/buzz/new-york-labor-groups-eying-benefits-rideshare-drivers-81061
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5 important tips for new and veteran drivers alike, share some of your strategies!
Each city is different, there's a steep learning curve to rideshare driving, most quit because they don't make enough money. …
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Lula Rides, Boston Rideshare startup relocating to Miami [Business Journal]
"A Boston-based car-sharing startup that connects college students to other students who want to rent their vehicles is expected to …
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Uber is hiring hundreds of engineers in India to cut costs months after firing thousands of employees
Uber only cares about the bottom line. period. this is disgracefulhttps://techcrunch.com/2020/10/15/uber-is-hiring-hundreds-of-engineers-in-india-to-cut-costs/
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Cargo Article - Uber Drivers Selling Snacks
Wasn't there just a thread on here where we were talking about Cargo? Looks like it is expanding. https://www.forbes.com/sites/retailwire/2018/07/16/your-uber-driver-may-soon-be-selling-you-snacks/#6498e1e96306