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Rideshare News
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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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Too Many Fake Uber Drivers Cost Service Its License in London
Unauthorized drivers set up fake accounts and picked up passengers who thought they were legit, and this happened 14,000 times, …
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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
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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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Republican Interns Wearing MAGA Hats Say Uber Driver Rejected Them for Trump Support [The Hill]
Trump always makes the news Capitol Hill interns say Uber driver refused to take them to Trump DC hotel because …
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Uber wins right to continue operating in London
"Uber has won its appeal to continue operating in London, a judge for the Westminster Magistrates’ Court announced in a …
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Cutest Uber Dog!
Check out this pup who always get to ride shotgun!