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fromTESLARATI
2 days ago

Tesla Giga Berlin fire results in zero injuries and no environmental damage

Dorsheimer said that Tesla's first big advantage was vehicle appearance. Robotaxi uses no external equipment or hardware to operate; just its exterior cameras. Meanwhile, Zoox and Waymo vehicles utilize LiDAR rigs on their vehicles, which made them "stick out like a sore thumb." "In contrast, the robotaxis blended in with other Teslas on the road; we felt inconspicuous flowing with the traffic," he added.
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E-Commerce
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Why you might be paying Uber more money for slower pick-ups, according to a new study

Uber's forward-dispatch system may lead to higher prices and longer wait times for riders, according to a new study.
Mobile UX
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Uber adds a new type of account with a simpler UI for the elderly | TechCrunch

Uber introduces Senior Accounts to simplify the app experience for older users.
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Female Uber Riders Can Soon Request Female Drivers | Entrepreneur

Uber is launching a feature allowing women to request trips with female drivers, enhancing their comfort and choice.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
2 months ago

First Look at Tesla's Robotaxi App: features, design, and more

Tesla's Robotaxi platform enables limited users in Austin to access driverless rides via their smartphone app.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

YUR Drivers Network Launches in NYC July 1 with No-Surge Pricing and Industry-High Driver Pay | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Drivers feel burned out and underpaid, while passengers are frustrated by pricing inconsistencies and security concerns.
NYC startup
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

TechCrunch Mobility: A ride-sharing pioneer comes for Uber, Tesla loses more ground, and dog-like delivery robots land in Texas | TechCrunch

What's important to understand here is, Carma isn't just asserting five patents. They have had a very sophisticated strategy of patent procurement that they've been working on for the past 18 years.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

How a decade-old patent dispute could upend Uber's business | TechCrunch

Carma Technology's patent lawsuit against Uber could significantly impact Uber's business operations and model.
fromNewsday
3 months ago

Port Authority bans ride-app, car-service pickups from 2 JFK terminals

Ride-app pickups banned at JFK's Terminals 5 and 7 to prevent congestion.
Travelers must use the AirTrain to Howard Beach for rideshare pickups.
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Bigger fonts and no trucks: How Lyft designed its new app for older riders

The new Lyft Silver app caters specifically to older adults, featuring a redesigned interface that's easier to navigate and includes accessibility features for their unique needs.
Mobile UX
Cars
fromEntrepreneur
3 months ago

Waymo Reports Robotaxis Are Booked 250,000 Times a Week | Entrepreneur

Waymo is successfully scaling its autonomous ride-sharing service, booking 250,000 rides weekly across several U.S. cities.
fromBusiness Matters
4 months ago

How to Maximise Earnings with a 7 Seater PCO Car Hire: Strategies That Work

Prioritise UberXL and Bolt XL jobs to maximize income as these rides typically involve long trips with several passengers, leading to higher earnings for drivers.
London
Social media marketing
fromKqed
4 months ago

Black Market Groups on Facebook Sell Thousands of Fake Uber, Delivery Accounts | KQED

Facebook hosts numerous black market groups selling ride-share accounts, risking rider safety.
The lack of regulatory enforcement allows Facebook to ignore harmful content related to account fraud.
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago

She was chatting with friends in a Lyft. Then someone texted her what they said | CBC News

Privacy concerns arise as a Toronto woman discovers her ride-share conversation was recorded without her consent.
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