Wingstop customers experienced an unexpected surprise when their Uber Eats delivery arrived on foot, leaving them bewildered. A viral video captured the unusual delivery, showing the couple waiting for their order, which was coming on foot and taking an unexpected 85 minutes. Read the rest here
GoPuff has formed a partnership with Robinhood to offer retirement planning tools to its delivery partners. This collaboration allows delivery partners access to Robinhood Retirement for Independent Workers, providing them with valuable resources for retirement savings. Read the rest of the article here.
For the first time, Waymo’s self-driving cars are delivering Uber Eats orders, marking a significant milestone in autonomous delivery services. Read the rest of the article here.
Actor Angie Harmon accused an Instacart delivery driver of fatally shooting her family’s dog. The incident occurred during a delivery to her North Carolina home, leading to allegations of unnecessary force. Read the rest of the article here.
Uber experienced a nearly 300% surge in pre-booked rides for the Monday solar eclipse, indicating a significant demand for transportation services during the event. Read the rest of the article here.
The rideshare company Lyft has told Minneapolis city council members that it now supports a raise for drivers that’s in line with state recommendations.
It’s an effort to head off a deadline at the end of the month, when Lyft and Uber have threatened to cease operations in Minneapolis if a policy requiring raises and employee protections for rideshare drivers goes into effect. Read the rest of the article here.