New York City, Uber Strike 4-Month Deal On Vehicle Cap
Mayor Bill de Blasio's administration had sought a 1 percent cap on Uber's growth within New York City, pending a study. Uber had opposed the measure.
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Thousands Of Cabdrivers Clog France's Roads To Protest Uber
Some 2,800 taxi drivers are reportedly taking part in the protest, as taxi drivers form virtual blockades around airports and key train stations.
California Labor Commission Rules Uber Driver Is An Employee, Not A Contractor
An Uber driver in San Francisco will be paid more than $4,000 in expenses.
A Taxi App Aims To Build Trust Where Crime Is High
In Nairobi, people don't like getting into cabs driven by strangers. They prefer to call drivers they know or who their friends recommend. A new app assigns drivers a trust score based on social ties.
People's Republic Of Uber: Making Friends, Chauffeuring People In China
Uber is becoming more popular in China, but many drivers say they don't do it for the money. They say they like the human connection and the freedom.
Uber Launches Cash-Only Rickshaw Service In Indian Capital
Passengers can hail the popular three-wheeled vehicles using an Uber app. Fares are set by the state.
Uber Makes Strong Gains In Corporate Expense Reports
In the first quarter of 2015, the ride-sharing service accounted for 46 percent of rides expensed by workers, according to a report. Its market share in the same period last year was 15 percent.
As Uber Expands, It Asks Cities For Forgiveness Instead Of Permission
In 2014, Uber became one of the most valuable privately held companies on Earth. It expanded to more than 200 cities, but criticism and legal battles have ballooned in parallel with its revenues.
Hustle Behind The Wheel: What It's Like To Be An Uber Driver
The ride-hailing service says it is creating 20,000 driver jobs every month. While this makes the service better for customers, drivers worry it will drive prices — and their earnings — down.
From Australia To France, Another Bad Day For Uber
Uber's "surge pricing" quadrupled fares for some customers trying to flee the area in Sydney where a gunman took hostages. France banned Uber's low-cost service over its lack of professional licenses.