Articles tagged “uber”

After first playing the jerk, Uber is now like a billionaire looking for a pat on the back for leaving an extra $5 tip

One key issue that was lost amidst all the hyperbolic accusations that the Taxi Commission was killing innovation was that New York's regulations do a relatively good job preventing drivers from discriminating against their clientele based on either their destination or appearance.

This clever startup partnership will both draw new users to the startup services and give event planners an incentive to use Eventbrite to offer attendees the extra perks.

Before sighing in exasperation at news of another travel startup, think back to last time you spent an hour searching the cheapest way to get from an airport to nearby city. Mozio’s utility gives it a shot at success, even if its ultimate goal seems a bit lofty.

Uber is definitely persistent but rather than blindly barreling through cities, the startup needs a breather to reassess how it can grow through preparation and collaboration with city officials.

Uber is moving fast for a company that’s run into some real roadblocks during its expansion, but depending on regulations might find success in a fresh market with fewer competitors.

Uber’s haste to be the first to disrupt New York’s taxi scene resulted in its quick dismissal, but it looks to have indeed succeeded in prompting the TLC to adjust regulations in time for Hailo’s arrival.

Bravado has taken Uber far, but challenging the U.S.'s best taxi system proved to be too big a challenge for the San Francisco startup.

Questionable business methods? Getting the man all worked up? Being called disruptive 3 times in one TC article? Whether it succeeds or fails at taxi hailing, Uber’s at least shaking up the system like every startup sets out to do.

When it comes to calling, hailing, riding, or paying for a taxi, D.C. is one of the most nerve-racking places to ride -- anywhere. Fresh from defeat at the hands of New York's pros, it must be refreshing for Uber to deal with its dull-witted foes in D.C.