Uber, Lyft pour $850,000 into 'misleading' campaign against funding SF's MuniUber and Lyft are fighting Proposition L with significant funding to avoid a new tax on ride-hailing.
How Uber and Lyft are funding opposition efforts over San Francisco transit ballotUber and Lyft oppose Proposition L, a tax initiative aimed at funding San Francisco's public transit, fearing increased costs and reduced accessibility for riders.
Lyft says San Francisco overcharged it $100 million in taxes | TechCrunchLyft is suing San Francisco over $100 million in taxes due to a misclassification of driver income as company revenue.
SF Lyft Driver Found Guilty of DUI on the Job, After Running Into Motorcycle and Fighting With BystandersA Lyft driver was convicted for drunk driving after hitting a motorcycle and attempting to flee the scene with a BAC significantly over the legal limit.
A creative new way to save Muni ... - 48 hillsVoters in San Francisco approved a tech tax measure, but it won't take effect, worsening Muni's financial crisis.
SF overcharged tech company about $100M in taxes, lawsuit allegesLyft is suing San Francisco for $100 million in tax refunds, claiming overtaxation based on incorrect revenue assessment from 2019 to 2023.
Uber, Lyft pour $850,000 into 'misleading' campaign against funding SF's MuniUber and Lyft are fighting Proposition L with significant funding to avoid a new tax on ride-hailing.
How Uber and Lyft are funding opposition efforts over San Francisco transit ballotUber and Lyft oppose Proposition L, a tax initiative aimed at funding San Francisco's public transit, fearing increased costs and reduced accessibility for riders.
Lyft says San Francisco overcharged it $100 million in taxes | TechCrunchLyft is suing San Francisco over $100 million in taxes due to a misclassification of driver income as company revenue.
SF Lyft Driver Found Guilty of DUI on the Job, After Running Into Motorcycle and Fighting With BystandersA Lyft driver was convicted for drunk driving after hitting a motorcycle and attempting to flee the scene with a BAC significantly over the legal limit.
A creative new way to save Muni ... - 48 hillsVoters in San Francisco approved a tech tax measure, but it won't take effect, worsening Muni's financial crisis.
SF overcharged tech company about $100M in taxes, lawsuit allegesLyft is suing San Francisco for $100 million in tax refunds, claiming overtaxation based on incorrect revenue assessment from 2019 to 2023.
Uber and Lyft drivers with Teslas don't want to talk about Elon MuskUber and Lyft drivers with Teslas often avoid discussing Elon Musk's political views to ensure passenger satisfaction and maintain tips.
New York Uber And Lyft Drivers: File Your Underpayment Claim by Jan. 30Uber and Lyft drivers have until January 31, 2025, to claim part of a $328 million settlement for unpaid wages.,
Rideshare Drivers Demand Fair Pay, Treatment in NYC ProtestUber and Lyft drivers demand fair pay and better treatment amid rising expenses and alleged violations of minimum wage rules.
Robotaxis could slowly be coming for Uber and Lyft drivers' earningsCompetition from driverless taxis may significantly reduce earning potential for Uber and Lyft drivers in the coming years, creating financial challenges.
Data Shows Uber Lockouts Make Major Impact on City's Rideshare DriversUber and Lyft drivers in NYC are facing ongoing app lockouts, severely affecting their ability to work and earn income.
The Two Competing Futures of Self-Driving CarsSelf-driving technology will proliferate through personal vehicles and driverless taxi services in 2025.
Uber and Lyft drivers with Teslas don't want to talk about Elon MuskUber and Lyft drivers with Teslas often avoid discussing Elon Musk's political views to ensure passenger satisfaction and maintain tips.
New York Uber And Lyft Drivers: File Your Underpayment Claim by Jan. 30Uber and Lyft drivers have until January 31, 2025, to claim part of a $328 million settlement for unpaid wages.,
Rideshare Drivers Demand Fair Pay, Treatment in NYC ProtestUber and Lyft drivers demand fair pay and better treatment amid rising expenses and alleged violations of minimum wage rules.
Robotaxis could slowly be coming for Uber and Lyft drivers' earningsCompetition from driverless taxis may significantly reduce earning potential for Uber and Lyft drivers in the coming years, creating financial challenges.
Data Shows Uber Lockouts Make Major Impact on City's Rideshare DriversUber and Lyft drivers in NYC are facing ongoing app lockouts, severely affecting their ability to work and earn income.
The Two Competing Futures of Self-Driving CarsSelf-driving technology will proliferate through personal vehicles and driverless taxi services in 2025.
Lyft is partnering with Mobileye and introducing more autonomous vehicles in 2025Lyft is partnering with three autonomous vehicle companies to integrate AV technology into its platform starting in 2025.
Lyft to roll out autonomous rides in 2026Lyft is set to introduce autonomous vehicles that will allow customers to travel without a driver.
Lyft to launch Mobileye-powered robotaxis 'as soon as 2026,' starting with Dallas | TechCrunchLyft plans to integrate fully autonomous robotaxis into its app by 2026, starting with Dallas and expanding to other markets.
Lyft's robotaxis will launch in Atlanta this summerLyft is launching robotaxi rides in Atlanta with plans to expand to Dallas and more markets.
Lyft eyes robotaxi launch in 2026Lyft plans to launch a robotaxi fleet in Dallas by 2026 using Intel's Mobileye technology, collaborating with Marubeni for fleet operations.
Lyft is also partnering with robotaxi companiesLyft is collaborating with autonomous driving firms to enhance its competitiveness against Uber in the AV space.
Lyft is partnering with Mobileye and introducing more autonomous vehicles in 2025Lyft is partnering with three autonomous vehicle companies to integrate AV technology into its platform starting in 2025.
Lyft to roll out autonomous rides in 2026Lyft is set to introduce autonomous vehicles that will allow customers to travel without a driver.
Lyft to launch Mobileye-powered robotaxis 'as soon as 2026,' starting with Dallas | TechCrunchLyft plans to integrate fully autonomous robotaxis into its app by 2026, starting with Dallas and expanding to other markets.
Lyft's robotaxis will launch in Atlanta this summerLyft is launching robotaxi rides in Atlanta with plans to expand to Dallas and more markets.
Lyft eyes robotaxi launch in 2026Lyft plans to launch a robotaxi fleet in Dallas by 2026 using Intel's Mobileye technology, collaborating with Marubeni for fleet operations.
Lyft is also partnering with robotaxi companiesLyft is collaborating with autonomous driving firms to enhance its competitiveness against Uber in the AV space.
Calif. Lyft driver kidnapped, forced to go to cannabis dispensary, officials sayA Lyft driver was kidnapped by a passenger who threatened her with a gun and assaulted her during the ride.
Lyft Claims It Will Launch Self-Driving Cars Next Year, Though Only in DallasLyft aims to launch self-driving robotaxis in Dallas by 2026, following years of delays and claims.The rideshare industry is shifting toward autonomous vehicles, with Lyft partnering with Marubeni to enhance this transition.
3 Growth Stocks Under $20 To Buy Hand Over Fist in 2025The current bull market makes finding cheap growth stocks challenging, necessitating a focus on temporarily undervalued options.
Lyft uses Anthropic's Claude chatbot to handle user complaintsLyft and Anthropic partner to enhance customer care using AI technology, significantly improving service efficiency.
Lyft is using Anthropic's Claude AI for customer serviceLyft partners with Anthropic's Claude AI to enhance customer service and reduce resolution times, though concerns about driver sentiment persist.
Lyft uses Anthropic's Claude chatbot to handle user complaintsLyft and Anthropic partner to enhance customer care using AI technology, significantly improving service efficiency.
Lyft is using Anthropic's Claude AI for customer serviceLyft partners with Anthropic's Claude AI to enhance customer service and reduce resolution times, though concerns about driver sentiment persist.
Citi Bike costs jump again after summer price hike - and owner Lyft's push for NYC congestion pricingLyft's Citi Bike rates have been raised again, following congestion pricing implementation, marking a continued pattern of annual price increases.
Lyft will credit NYC riders for congestion fee throughout January | TechCrunchLyft will offset New York City's congestion pricing fee for January with credits for riders.
Lyft Will Reimburse All Congestion Fees Accrued During Rides This JanuaryMTA's congestion pricing starts January 5, 2025, imposing daily fees for entering Manhattan, affecting rideshare costs.Lyft offers a $1.50 credit to riders facing the new congestion fee, making rides more affordable in January.
Citi Bike costs jump again after summer price hike - and owner Lyft's push for NYC congestion pricingLyft's Citi Bike rates have been raised again, following congestion pricing implementation, marking a continued pattern of annual price increases.
Lyft will credit NYC riders for congestion fee throughout January | TechCrunchLyft will offset New York City's congestion pricing fee for January with credits for riders.
Lyft Will Reimburse All Congestion Fees Accrued During Rides This JanuaryMTA's congestion pricing starts January 5, 2025, imposing daily fees for entering Manhattan, affecting rideshare costs.Lyft offers a $1.50 credit to riders facing the new congestion fee, making rides more affordable in January.
Latest line: A good week for water managers, a bad week for shopliftersThe Sierra Nevada snowpack and reservoir levels suggest a favorable summer water outlook.Proposition 36 introduces harsher penalties for retail theft, affecting law enforcement approaches.Lyft adapts to remote work by significantly reducing its office space in San Francisco.
Why Lyft's CEO says 'it would be insane' not to go all in on bikeshare | TechCrunchLyft is prioritizing micromobility by integrating bike and scooter operations, focusing on e-bikes which saw a 65% increase in usage year-over-year.
Lyft to 'open up a can of whoop ass' on surge pricing | TechCrunchLyft introduces Price Lock feature to address surge pricing inconsistencies.
Are you planning to vote in person? Get a 50% off Lyft to the polls on Election Day - here's howLyft's Voting Access Program aims to ensure equal access to polling places with discounts for rides to mitigate transportation barriers, especially for marginalized communities.
Need a Lyft to vote? You can get 50% off a ride to the polls on Election Day - here's howLyft launches Voting Access Program to ensure easier transportation for voters, aiming to combat barriers created by fewer polling places and voter suppression laws.
Lyft Hikes Citi Bike Fees For Third Time Since Start of 2024 - Streetsblog New York CityCiti Bike's e-bike pricing increases reflect inflation and operational costs, despite ongoing user backlash.
Gaming Lyft's Citi Bike algos was a lucrative side hustle for a while | TechCrunchGaming algorithms for profit can lead to substantial earnings, yet corporate policies aim to maintain program integrity.
Why Lyft's CEO says 'it would be insane' not to go all in on bikeshare | TechCrunchLyft is prioritizing micromobility by integrating bike and scooter operations, focusing on e-bikes which saw a 65% increase in usage year-over-year.
Lyft to 'open up a can of whoop ass' on surge pricing | TechCrunchLyft introduces Price Lock feature to address surge pricing inconsistencies.
Are you planning to vote in person? Get a 50% off Lyft to the polls on Election Day - here's howLyft's Voting Access Program aims to ensure equal access to polling places with discounts for rides to mitigate transportation barriers, especially for marginalized communities.
Need a Lyft to vote? You can get 50% off a ride to the polls on Election Day - here's howLyft launches Voting Access Program to ensure easier transportation for voters, aiming to combat barriers created by fewer polling places and voter suppression laws.
Lyft Hikes Citi Bike Fees For Third Time Since Start of 2024 - Streetsblog New York CityCiti Bike's e-bike pricing increases reflect inflation and operational costs, despite ongoing user backlash.
Gaming Lyft's Citi Bike algos was a lucrative side hustle for a while | TechCrunchGaming algorithms for profit can lead to substantial earnings, yet corporate policies aim to maintain program integrity.
Lyft lured drivers with false claims about pay, FTC says. Company will pay $2.1 millionLyft misled drivers about earnings, resulting in a $2.1 million penalty for false advertising.
Lyft is piloting a savings account program for drivers in Utah (exclusive)Lyft is introducing a program offering drivers savings contributions to promote flexibility and benefits, signaling a shift in gig worker compensation.
Lyft lured drivers with false claims about pay, FTC says. Company will pay $2.1 millionLyft misled drivers about earnings, resulting in a $2.1 million penalty for false advertising.
Lyft is piloting a savings account program for drivers in Utah (exclusive)Lyft is introducing a program offering drivers savings contributions to promote flexibility and benefits, signaling a shift in gig worker compensation.
Lyft is bringing rider verification to the entire nationLyft's driver verification program is expanding nationally to enhance rider safety.
FTC hits Lyft with $2.1M penalty for luring drivers with false earnings claims | TechCrunchLyft agreed to a $2.1 million settlement for deceptive earnings claims misleading drivers about expected income.
FTC takes action against Lyft for misleading earnings claimsLyft faces serious allegations of misleading advertising related to driver earnings, potentially influencing the livelihoods of many drivers.
Lyft fined for duping would-be drivers over potential payLyft misrepresented potential driver earnings in advertisements, leading to legal action and a fine for misleading claims about hourly pay.
FTC hits Lyft with $2.1M penalty for luring drivers with false earnings claims | TechCrunchLyft agreed to a $2.1 million settlement for deceptive earnings claims misleading drivers about expected income.
FTC takes action against Lyft for misleading earnings claimsLyft faces serious allegations of misleading advertising related to driver earnings, potentially influencing the livelihoods of many drivers.
Lyft fined for duping would-be drivers over potential payLyft misrepresented potential driver earnings in advertisements, leading to legal action and a fine for misleading claims about hourly pay.
Lyft Driver Accused of Punching Jewish Rider at SFO Gets Acquitted of Hate Crime ChargesA Lyft driver was acquitted of federal hate crime charges despite punching a Jewish passenger, raising questions about the burden of proof in hate crime cases.
Alaska Rolls Out New Promos to Earn Bonus Miles - What to KnowAlaska Airlines offers limited-time promotions allowing easier earning of Mileage Plan miles, including Lyft rides and discounted mile purchases.
Lyft is giving voters 50% off rides for Election Day - how to get the discountLyft is launching its Voting Access Program to ensure transportation does not hinder Americans from voting.
'Roll To The Polls' With Up To 50% Off Lyft Rides On Election DayLyft offers discounted rides to the polls on Election Day to promote voter access and participation.
Lyft is giving voters 50% off rides for Election Day - how to get the discountLyft is launching its Voting Access Program to ensure transportation does not hinder Americans from voting.
'Roll To The Polls' With Up To 50% Off Lyft Rides On Election DayLyft offers discounted rides to the polls on Election Day to promote voter access and participation.
fromFlowingData5 months agoUber and Lyft use lockout loophole to avoid paying driversUber and Lyft exploit loopholes to avoid paying minimum wage to drivers in New York through frequent lockouts.
After allegedly shooting three people, an Alameda man ordered a Lyft. It led to his arrest on attempted murder chargesA suspect in a triple shooting used a Lyft to escape the crime scene, leading to his arrest.The victims' refusal to identify the shooter hindered the investigation significantly.
Watch: Lyft wants to combat surge pricingLyft is testing a Price Lock feature to cap prices on specific routes at certain times by paying a monthly fee, aimed at reducing surge pricing pain.
Lyft promises upfront hourly rates and traffic delay pay for its driversLyft is implementing new earnings improvements to address driver frustrations and enhance pay equity.
Watch: Lyft wants to combat surge pricingLyft is testing a Price Lock feature to cap prices on specific routes at certain times by paying a monthly fee, aimed at reducing surge pricing pain.
Lyft promises upfront hourly rates and traffic delay pay for its driversLyft is implementing new earnings improvements to address driver frustrations and enhance pay equity.
As Lyft's Media Network Matures, It's Adding More Measurement Into The Mix | AdExchangerLyft's media network has significantly expanded its advertising capabilities and partnerships in the last two years, targeting new industries like retail and QSR.
Lyft Promotes Best Practices for Collaborative Protocol Buffers DesignLyft emphasizes collaborative protocol design using Protocol Buffers to enhance knowledge sharing and development efficiency.
Lyft announces layoffs, will restructure its bike and scooter businessLyft is restructuring its micromobility division, aiming to cut costs and strengthen its urban mobility vision.
Lyft Laying Off More Staff, Scaling Back Bike and Scooter DivisionLyft is restructuring its bike and scooter division to enhance profitability, leading to layoffs and a shift in focus towards urban solutions.
Lyft announces layoffs, will restructure its bike and scooter businessLyft is restructuring its micromobility division, aiming to cut costs and strengthen its urban mobility vision.
Lyft Laying Off More Staff, Scaling Back Bike and Scooter DivisionLyft is restructuring its bike and scooter division to enhance profitability, leading to layoffs and a shift in focus towards urban solutions.
Lyft to lay off employees as it gets rid of some bikes and scootersLyft is laying off 1% of its workforce to focus on its core product offerings and discontinue certain bike and scooter operations.
Lyft's new feature will limit the cost of rides, even during peak hoursLyft's Price Lock program caps ride prices for commuters, enhancing budget predictability at a $3 monthly fee.
Lyft is testing a new rider verification safety measureLyft is testing a rider verification system to enhance driver safety and trust.
These are the U.S. cities with the best commutesLyft's Commuter Report highlights disparities in commuting experiences among Americans, focusing on key factors like time, cost, environmental sustainability, and urban vibrancy.
Lyft's new feature will limit the cost of rides, even during peak hoursLyft's Price Lock program caps ride prices for commuters, enhancing budget predictability at a $3 monthly fee.
Lyft is testing a new rider verification safety measureLyft is testing a rider verification system to enhance driver safety and trust.
These are the U.S. cities with the best commutesLyft's Commuter Report highlights disparities in commuting experiences among Americans, focusing on key factors like time, cost, environmental sustainability, and urban vibrancy.
Lyft just upped the ante in its battle against Uber by taking aim at surge pricingLyft introduces Price Lock to combat surge pricing for commuter convenience.
Lyft is pulling back on 'rideshare's most hated feature.' But it's the way of the future for many big companies.Lyft is introducing a monthly subscription feature, Price Lock, to cap prices for frequent riders and address surge pricing.
Lyft's new price lock feature caps the cost of rides, even during peak hoursLyft introduces a price lock feature to stabilize ride costs for daily commuters, but details on its operation are vague.
Lyft just upped the ante in its battle against Uber by taking aim at surge pricingLyft introduces Price Lock to combat surge pricing for commuter convenience.
Lyft is pulling back on 'rideshare's most hated feature.' But it's the way of the future for many big companies.Lyft is introducing a monthly subscription feature, Price Lock, to cap prices for frequent riders and address surge pricing.
Lyft's new price lock feature caps the cost of rides, even during peak hoursLyft introduces a price lock feature to stabilize ride costs for daily commuters, but details on its operation are vague.
Wednesday's Headlines: Bumbling On About Bike-Share Edition - Streetsblog New York CityMayor Adams may pursue public subsidies for Citi Bike expansion after Lyft increased rates.
Lyft Is Making It Easier to Travel with Pets - What to KnowLyft's new Pet Rides feature enables pet owners to easily travel with their pets for an additional fee, enhancing inclusivity for animal lovers.
Inside Lyft's Glow: How IoT Architecture Is Driving Smarter Ride ExperiencesLyft's Glow emblem enhances IoT scalability and security with robust architecture, enabling effective device management in real-time across markets.
Lyft thinks its new Price Lock feature can be an antidote to surge pricingLyft is testing a new subscription-based feature called Price Lock to combat surge pricing.