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1 month ago

Tesla Robotaxi launch draws attention from regulators, mainstream media milks it

Tesla's Robotaxi service launched successfully, receiving positive feedback from initial riders. Many reported smooth rides with high awareness of road conditions.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

Elon Musk commends Tesla team on successful Robotaxi launch

Tesla's Robotaxi platform launched successfully, marking a significant milestone in autonomous ride-hailing.
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago
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Tesla Robotaxi launch draws attention from regulators, mainstream media milks it

fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Uber is finally releasing the feature I've been waiting for - a female driver option

Uber is launching a feature to match female drivers with female riders for enhanced safety.
#uber
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
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Uber's robotaxi chief says the company will still need human drivers, but their jobs will look very different

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fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

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.
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fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

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.
#waymo
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fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

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.
Washington DC
fromFast Company
4 months ago

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.
Alternative transportation
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

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.
Washington DC
fromFast Company
4 months ago

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.
#robotaxi
Toronto startup
fromInsideEVs
5 months ago

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.
Toronto startup
fromInsideEVs
5 months ago

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.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Should I buy a car for freedom when Uber is cheaper and I work from home?

Many younger Americans are choosing ride-hailing over car ownership due to high associated costs.
#autonomous-vehicles
Toronto startup
fromInsideEVs
5 months ago

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.
fromTechCrunch
5 months ago
Tech industry

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

Toronto startup
fromInsideEVs
5 months ago

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.
fromTechCrunch
5 months ago
Tech industry

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

European startups
fromFortune
1 month ago

Why Volkswagen is convinced Waymo and Tesla are vulnerable in the $500 billion robotaxi race - 'not a winner take all market'

Volkswagen aims to enter the autonomous ride-hailing market by partnering with existing transportation providers, highlighting a shift in approach from competitors.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

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

Hjelm's perspective is that Bolt faces challenges in excelling across multiple verticals, asserting micromobility is complex due to its hardware and lack of network effects.
NYC startup
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

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

"Colloquially, there is an idea that autonomous vehicles are something that will erode driver jobs and put drivers at risk. And I think the irony of what we've seen is that it's actually quite expensive to run an AV, and that that's not going to be happening, at least in the near term."
Alternative transportation
#gig-economy
fromEngadget
3 months ago

FTC sues Uber over claims the company makes subscriptions hard to cancel

The FTC is suing Uber for deceptive practices related to its Uber One subscription service, focusing on cancellation difficulties and unclear billing.
#mobility
#lyft
US news
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

They were deactivated from delivering. Their finances were devastated.

Massachusetts mandates ride-hailing companies to provide deactivation reasons and implement an appeals process for drivers.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago

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.
fromTechCrunch
5 months ago

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.
fromTechCrunch
5 months ago

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

Lyft collaborates with Anthropic to enhance customer service using AI for riders and drivers, improving efficiency and experience.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Hailing a car in Midtown Manhattan is becoming more expensive.

The new tolls will not fall on the drivers of those vehicles, who are often struggling to make ends meet. Instead, passengers will be charged an additional amount for each trip.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

How Empower Has Become Uber's Rival in Washington D.C.

Empower is challenging Uber and Lyft in Washington, D.C., but operates illegally and faces significant legal issues with regulators.
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