Rideshare drivers could gain right to unionize under landmark bill

One of two linked California bills would allow Uber and Lyft drivers to unionize and negotiate for better wages and protections.

California in settlement negotiations with Uber, Lyft in massive wage-theft case

Uber and Lyft drivers rallied at three California city halls today, calling attention to a long-running lawsuit against the companies over thousands of wage-theft claims that could be worth billions of dollars.

Uber offering free rides to teens who failed their driving exam

Uber is offering free rides to teens who recently failed their driving test, helping parents manage transportation and easing stress for young drivers.

What to know about San Francisco's Proposition L, proposed tax for rideshare companies

Proposition L proposes an additional tax on ride-hail companies, like Uber and Lyft, and autonomous vehicle companies. Here’s what to know before casting your ballot on Nov. 5.

Waymo for kids? Some SF parents sending kids to school in driverless vehicles

Some San Francisco parents are starting a new trend: sending their kids to school alone in driverless Waymo vehicles, according to The San Francisco Standard.

CA Supreme Court upholds Prop 22, leaving gig-worker economy in place

The California Supreme Court upheld Proposition 22 on Thursday, essentially allowing gig companies such as Uber to maintain their workforce without upholding some of the stricter employee requirements in the State of California.

Summer 2024: Uber launches shuttle service for airports, concerts, games

Uber is rolling out several features this summer. One of them is a shuttle service that will help the ride share giant capitalize on the summer travel demand.

Beyoncé’s 'Cowboy Carter' celebrated by Uber, Lyft with discounted rides

Beyoncé’s new album, “Act ll: Cowboy Carter," was released Friday, and Uber and Lyft are both offering limited-supply discount codes.

Court filings claim Uber's lax driver background checks put women riders at risk

Court documents filed in San Francisco accuse Uber of increasing the risk of sexual assault on riders by making it too easy to become a driver on the application. 

San Francisco rideshare drivers join national day of strike, demand better pay

Thousands of delivery and rideshare drivers stopped working this Valentine's Day. The strike is happening in cities all around the country and all around the world.