It’s easy to assume that traditional players protesting against their nimble new competitors are just sore losers — easy, but not always fair nor accurate. Read more »
The city’s transport authority says it reckons the services of companies like Uber don’t qualify for regulation in the same way as traditional taxi services do, but it realizes the law… Read more »
The idea of summoning a cab from your smartphone is becoming more and more popular – but most of the time, the “e-hails” don’t result in a ride, according to New… Read more »
Five finalists have been chosen in 20 different categories for the 2012 Crunchies awards, and we’re proud to release the worthy nominees today. Voting for the winners starts today, and the… Read more »
Preparing to compete with on-demand car service Uber, London-based Hailo is reportedly raising $30 million in a round of venture financing that could value the startup at $140 million. Read more »
The app, which is similar to WillCall but focused on a wider variety of events, intends to take its curated approach to last-minute event booking international next year. Read more »
San Francisco cab drivers are bringing a class action suit against Uber, claiming that the car service should be regulated like other taxis. The suit is part of a nationwide dispute… Read more »
Taxi-hailing apps are already starting to crowd the U.S. market, but the German myTaxi may just have an edge. It already has 2.3 million users, for one thing, but it also… Read more »
Private car hire service Uber is preparing to hit the British capital just in time for the Olympics, and the reality is that London, with its iconic black cab service, has… Read more »