Washington state lawmakers have abandoned an attempt to limit the cost of ride-hailing fares during large public events. Senate Bill 5600 would have restricted fares to 120% of what a… Read More
After a big sporting event or arena concert, fans flood city streets in search of a Lyft or Uber ride. To help meet demand, ride-hailing companies tack on surge fees… Read More
Uber is denying an NPR report from earlier today that described the company’s plans to eliminate its controversial surge pricing technique. NPR interviewed a top Uber engineer and noted that “killing… Read More
It’s probably the most loathsome two words in service land — surge pricing — and it might become a common restaurant practice soon. Made famous by Uber, which has even… Read More
New Years Eve 2014 could end up being Uber’s busiest day yet. The on-demand transportation company this morning held a conference call for reporters ahead of Wednesday, when it expects to provide… Read More
If you don’t like how Uber applies a surge pricing model to help meet demand during busy times, well, it doesn’t appear to be going away anytime soon. Bloomberg reports… Read More
Critics of Uber have often criticized the transportation company’s use of “surge pricing” to up the price of its service during extreme weather. Today, the company changed its policies to make… Read More
Not only does Lyft raise prices of rides when demand is high, but now the transportation company is lowering rates when demand goes down. Called “Happy Hour,” the new program… Read More
If you’re celebrating tonight to ring in the new year, driving a vehicle likely won’t be a good idea. That’s why it’s nice to have taxis, buses and companies like… Read More
