Bree Gonzales News
Spend only $10 for a Lyft' Pink subscription: 'Most Lyft Pink members can switch plans'
By Bree Gonzales | Nov 22, 2022
Lyft is reevaluating its monthly subscription plan, and the change could make the price more reasonable.
Bank of America: 'We expect Lyft to create unique challenges in its post-pandemic recovery, including share losses'
By Bree Gonzales | Nov 8, 2022
San Francisco-based mobile ride-sharing company, Lyft, saw a drop in shares early this month.
FTC adopts policy statement to protect gig workers: 'Gig workers are consumers entitled to protection'
By Bree Gonzales | Sep 28, 2022
The Federal Trade Commission revealed measures to tighten down on the mistreatment of gig workers, who, according to the agency, are protected by the law regardless of their worker categorization.
Uber: 'We will post additional updates on cybersecurity incident when they become available'
By Bree Gonzales | Sep 28, 2022
Uber said an investigation is underway following an alleged cybersecurity incident when a hacker shared evidence of a data breach.
Uber celebrates exceptional drivers: 'Everyone has that Uber ride they remember'
By Bree Gonzales | Sep 21, 2022
Uber applauds its exceptional drivers in its first-ever 'yearbook.'
DoorDash sets another layer of process to prevent minors from purchasing alcohol via delivery apps: 'Safety is a top priority'
By Bree Gonzales | Aug 30, 2022
Following an increase in minors attempting to purchase alcohol using delivery apps during the pandemic, DoorDash has chosen to place accountability in the hands of both its drivers and its consumers.
Ride-Sharing company Lyft has announced quarterly earnings: 'The team did fantastic work'
By Bree Gonzales | Aug 30, 2022
Lyft released its second-quarter financial results, which ended June 30, in which it noted that "Q2 Adjusted EBITDA outperformance reflects the swift and decisive actions" they "took during the quarter to drive additional growth and profits."
In response to a slew of sexual assault cases, an Atlanta Lyft driver created a safe transportation app for women: 'We’re addressing the problem head-on'
By Bree Gonzales | Aug 30, 2022
Jillian Anderson, co-founder of HERide, said it’s high time women ‘needed a different kind of experience” in their daily commuting lives.
Report: Gig economy 'can lower entry barriers to the labor market' for individuals challenged to work traditional jobs
By Bree Gonzales | Aug 1, 2022
Uber, like many other gig economy work opportunities, has low barriers when it comes to getting a job. It allows most people to obtain employment without needing special skills.
Uber rolls out new grocery delivery features 'not just for consumers but for merchants and shoppers too'
By Bree Gonzales | Jul 26, 2022
Uber is introducing a series of features to its grocery delivery service to provide more convenience for consumers and merchant partners.
DoorDash's new ID verification system is 'setting a new industry standard for responsible alcohol delivery'
By Bree Gonzales | Jul 26, 2022
DoorDash introduced its enhanced dual ID verification system to enable delivering alcohol more safely and responsibly.
"We are independent contractors, not employees': Gig economy workers don't want company regulations to change
By Bree Gonzales | Jul 21, 2022
More gig economy workers that participate in ride-hailing services prefer being independent contractors and believe the government should allow company regulations to remain the same, according to a study.
Uber drivers applaud the flexibility of gig economy jobs: 'We work when we can'
By Bree Gonzales | Jul 16, 2022
Driving for Uber works for a lot of the people who choose to drive because it is convenient.
'It's almost like I'm going to pick up a friend and catch up on how the kids are doing': Florida full-time Uber driver
By Bree Gonzales | Jul 11, 2022
Ride-hailing app Uber does not only offer budget-friendly options and worry-free rides, but drivers like Lance Hutchinson from Tallahassee, Florida are friendly too.
Gig worker on job flexibility: 'The ability to set my own schedule made it a good fit'
By Bree Gonzales | Jul 8, 2022
The gig economy continues to grow due to its offer of flexibility and independence for workers, and this trend does not show signs of slowing down. Statistics show that gig work will grow to have 60% of the U.S. workforce consist of independent workers by 2027.
Gallup poll: 'Independent gig workers experience high levels of work-life balance'
By Bree Gonzales | Jun 19, 2022
Driving for gig economy companies, like Uber, allows drivers to pick the days and times of day they want to work.
Loan options for gig economy workers: 'loans in which we only need your bank statements to qualify you'
By Bree Gonzales | Jun 7, 2022
In the past, being a part of the 48% private workforce made up of gig economy workers, self-employed contractors and small business owners would traditionally disqualify a person for a loan or mortgage, but experts say those looking to take advantage of the historically low mortgage rates have other options.
Avibra and Gridwise offer affordable access to benefits for gig drivers: drivers have been 'stuck in limbo'
By Bree Gonzales | Jun 7, 2022
Gig drivers throughout the US will have access to affordable wellness benefits as the result of a partnership between Iselin, New Jersey-based company Avibra and Gridwise.
'It's busier on some days and times of the week, a lot more tips': Ride-hailing driver
By Bree Gonzales | Jun 1, 2022
Having the liberty to decide on their working hours makes Uber drivers and most of the gig economy workforce love their job.
USHCC & Grubhub Restaurant Small Business Grant Program supports Hispanic-owned restaurants: 'Small businesses have faced a disproportionately difficult 18 months'
By Bree Gonzales | May 31, 2022
The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Education Fund and Chicago Headquartered Grubhub have partnered to offer grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 for Hispanic-owned restaurants in Los Angeles and San Diego.