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What You Need to Know about the Gig Worker Ballot Question
Buckle up. The debate over how governments should classify workers at Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, and other companies in the growing gig economy is headed to […]
The Worst of Boston’s Uber and Lyft Shortage Has Passed…But Get Ready for Pricey Rides
Earlier this year, as the city moved toward reopening and legions of Bostonians were once again hailing rides on their phones, app-users were confronted with […]
Why You Can’t Get an Uber or Lyft in Boston Right Now
Remember when you could call an Uber or Lyft from anywhere in Boston, and be all but assured a car would show up in a […]
Uber and Lyft Cost the MBTA $20 Million a Year, a New Study Says
As the number of Uber and Lyft drivers circulating through Greater Boston’s streets keeps increasing, trips using the services are taking millions of dollars in fare […]
Charlie Baker Backs Proposed Ridesharing Changes at Logan
Update: Massport on Thursday approved a compromise plan for ride-share trips at airports that will: ban curbside pickups at airport terminals; allow curbside drop-offs only between the hours of […]
Getting Around Boston in a Wheelchair Should Be Getting Easier
Accessible transportation in Boston is moving forward with a new pilot program that will make it easier for people in wheelchairs to catch a ride. […]
Ubering to Logan Airport Might Get More Expensive and Less Convenient
Your Uber home from the airport could be getting more expensive and less convenient, thanks to a new Massport proposal. The plan, meant to alleviate […]
Use This Discounted Lyft Code as Your Pre-Thanksgiving Designated Driver
Here’s hoping you’re already planning to get a lift home after catching up with hometown friends over a few pints this Thanksgiving eve. The popularity […]
The Massachusetts Brewers Guild Partners with Lyft
The Massachusetts Brewers Guild just released a beer “passport” app, but the industry can’t expect beer fans to navigate their phones while also navigating their car. So, […]
A New Background Check Ousted Thousands of Local Uber and Lyft Drivers
Newly intensified background checks in Massachusetts have led to thousands of Uber and Lyft drivers being taken off the road. Of the 70,789 people who underwent new screenings […]
Uber and Lyft in Massachusetts to Start Background Checks Early
Beginning in April, if you hail a ride with Uber or Lyft, you can expect that your driver will have passed a background check. The […]
Study: Uber Treats You Differently in Boston if You’re Black or a Woman
Trying to hail an Uber in Boston? If you’re black—or specifically, if your name sounds black—you might find it a little more difficult to find a […]
The State’s Taxi Industry vs. Uber Battle Is Headed to Federal Court
Tension between the traditional taxi industry and ride-sharing companies shows no signs of dissipating. In Massachusetts, the former is now suing the Gov. Charlie Baker […]
Fasten Looks to Join Boston’s Ride Hailing Market
The rapid growth of Uber and Lyft is not scaring off possible competitors in the hypercompetitive Boston ride hailing market. Fasten entered the Boston market […]
Boston Taxis Hope to Fend off Extinction with New Apps
Boston area taxis will soon be accessible via apps that are similar to Uber and Lyft, the popular ride hailing services that have gradually cut […]