rideshare competition
How Chauffeur Work Is Changing in Cities Where Hotels Push More Rideshare Traffic
Hotel transportation has changed quickly in the last few years, and chauffeurs are feeling it first at the curb. In many cities, hotels are steering more guest transportation toward Uber and Lyft, whe...
San Antonio Taxi Drivers Push City for Higher Rates as Costs Rise
Independent taxi drivers in San Antonio are asking the city to raise taxi rates as they deal with higher insurance costs, fewer rides, and limited access to some of the city’s busiest pickup areas. Ac...
NYC Taxi Commissioner Says Driver Input Will Help Shape TLC Priorities
New York City’s new Taxi and Limousine Commission commissioner says driver feedback will play a larger role in the agency’s decisions as taxi drivers continue to deal with changing street condit...
How to Stand Out as a Professional Taxi Driver in a Rideshare World
Urban transportation has shifted with the rise of rideshare apps, but taxi drivers continue to provide irreplaceable value. To remain competitive and build business, focusing on strengths unique to ta...
Why Waymo Rides Cost More Than Uber or Lyft — and Why Riders Are Still Choosing Them
If you’re driving for Uber or Lyft, you might have noticed a new player in town: Waymo’s self-driving cars. A big question for rideshare drivers is how these robotaxis stack up — especially on price. ...
Are Rising Rideshare Prices Impacting Consumer Demand?
A study from Gridwise, a gig worker app provider, suggests that increasing rideshare costs may dampen consumer demand. The findings, published on February 18, highlight a consistent trend of rising pr...
How Taxi Drivers Can Use Local Knowledge to Build Customer Loyalty
In a competitive transportation industry, where rideshare apps often dominate the conversation, taxi drivers hold a unique advantage: local knowledge. This expertise isn’t just about knowing the quick...