Rideshare
Pittsburgh Airport Pickup Layout Earns Uber Award for Faster Rideshare Connections
Pittsburgh International Airport earned Uber’s “Smartest Space Award” after changes to its new terminal rideshare pickup area made passenger pickup easier, safer, and faster. The award is part of Uber...
DC Driverless Rideshare Legislation Sets Path for Autonomous Operations
Washington, D.C. has introduced legislation to establish a legal framework for driverless rideshare, moving the city toward autonomous operations after years of delay tied to an unfinished report from...
Drivers Launch Their Own Rideshare App in Denver, but Limited Demand Holds It Back
A group of rideshare drivers in Denver has launched a driver-owned platform called Drivers Cooperative–Colorado, where participants keep about 80 percent of each fare and share ownership of how the co...
How Rideshare Drivers Can Handle Lost Items Without Losing Time or Earnings
Rideshare drivers can handle lost items without hurting their earnings by checking the vehicle after each trip, reporting anything left behind through the app, and setting return times that fit around...
Nashville Pickup Zones Aim to Address Congestion and Missed Rides Downtown
Downtown Nashville is set to roll out dedicated rideshare pickup and drop-off zones in May, following approval from the city’s Traffic and Parking Commission. The plan is intended to address congestio...
What the New BLOC Rideshare App Could Mean for Driver Pay and Pricing
A new rideshare platform called BLOC is preparing to launch in New York City with a model that removes commission fees and eliminates surge pricing, which is when fares increase during periods of high...
NEMT Vehicle Readiness Checklist Every Driver Should Follow Before a Shift
Non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) refers to transportation services for patients who need help getting to medical appointments but do not require emergency care. Before starting a shift, NEM...
Empower Pushes Back as Maryland Moves to Regulate the App Like Uber
A growing dispute in Maryland is highlighting how rideshare platforms are defined and regulated. The app Empower continues to challenge state oversight as officials push to classify it under the same ...
California Officials Warn of Rideshare Courier Scam Targeting Older Residents
Authorities in Calaveras County, California are alerting the public to a scam that is increasingly using rideshare services as part of the setup. The scheme involves suspects convincing victims to han...