Uber and Revel Team Up to Provide Exclusive EV Charging Discounts for Drivers in NYC
Uber has formed a strategic partnership with Revel, a company that offers electric vehicle (EV) charging services, to provide exclusive charging discounts to EV drivers in New York City. Read the rest of the article here.
Uber, Lyft, and Instacart Increase In-App Ads to Boost Revenue
Uber, Lyft, and Instacart are experimenting with various methods to display high-margin advertisements to their app users, aiming to capitalize on this revenue stream. Read the rest of the article here.
Uber Driver Criticized for Denying Service to Passenger with Disabled Husband
An Uber driver faced criticism after refusing to provide service to a passenger who had her disabled husband accompanying her on rides. Read the rest of the article here.
Uber Driver Shoots Passenger Amid Alleged Kidnapping Claim
In Nashville, a 23-year-old man was fatally shot by an Uber driver after the driver accused the passenger of kidnapping him at gunpoint. Read the rest of the article here.
Minneapolis Revisits Debate on Uber and Lyft Driver Pay
Minneapolis is revisiting the debate over Uber and Lyft driver pay, with a proposed ordinance aiming to ensure drivers receive fair compensation. Read the rest of the article here.
DoorDash Accused of Overcharging NYC Restaurant Nearly $14k in Fees, Lawsuit Reveals
According to a lawsuit, DoorDash allegedly charged a New York City restaurant almost $14,000 in unjustified delivery fees. Despite acknowledging the error, DoorDash purportedly offered to refund only half of the amount to the affected burger joint. Read the rest of...
Debate Reignites in Minneapolis Over Uber and Lyft Driver Compensation
In Minneapolis, a heated debate has resurfaced regarding the compensation of Uber and Lyft drivers. The discussion centers around a proposed ordinance that aims to establish a minimum pay rate for drivers, set at $1.40 per mile and 51 cents per minute for all trips...
Uber Introduces Teen Accounts for Independent Rides in California
Uber has launched a new feature in California, allowing teenagers to ride alone for the first time using teen accounts. Read the rest of the article here.
Lyft Driver Falls Victim to $500 Scam
A Lyft driver, Caine Hager, fell victim to a scam where he was deceived out of $500. The scam involved individuals using scare tactics to intimidate drivers into handing over money, falsely claiming account suspension due to a bad review. Read the rest of the article...
Gig workers explain how to get reactivated on Uber Eats and Instacart
Gig workers explain how to get reactivated on Uber Eats and Instacart The article provides insights from gig workers on the process of getting reactivated on platforms like Uber Eats and Instacart after deactivation. Read the rest of the article here.