Lyft, Other Car Services Cater to Grounded Corporate Travelers

The car’s the star at the moment, as corporate travelers are still wary of catching coronavirus on public transport. The humble automobile has even become a viable alternative to some short-haul flights. Organizations are also beginning to lean on ground transportation companies to make those first journeys back to the office as risk-free as possible for employees. "The Covid-19 pandemic has caused confidence in public transport to fall," said Daniel Price, CEO of mobility startup Jyrney. "In a recent survey by consulting firm Systra, 59 percent of commuters said they would use public transport less in the future." As a result, there’s been a notable uptick in activity from several ridehailing and mobility players, including new platforms and funding rounds. So who’s doing what, and what are the longer-term implications? Changing Gear First up, Gett, which has a compelling story to tell. The company helps corporate travelers book taxis and ridehailing services, and