Transport

Uber has reduced driver recruitment efforts in cities where robotaxis operate while announcing significant HR staff cuts. New safety regulations were enacted in Colorado following concerns about passenger security. Illinois passed legislation enabling rideshare drivers to unionize.

Shipt has launched Shipt Kits—a new feature offering curated product bundles for game-day or summer hosting needs. Customers can select themed kits in one click via the app or website for same-day delivery. Actress Eva Longoria partners with Shipt in this initiative.

A coalition of Portland business, tourism, sports, and arts organizations is urging city lawmakers to reject a proposed rideshare take-rate mandate, warning the measure could raise transportation costs, reduce service, and damage the city’s economic recovery.

Uber’s chief operating officer said rising artificial intelligence costs are hard for the company to justify as benefits remain unclear. Other industry updates include an expanded Delivery Hero stake by Uber and Massachusetts certifying the first U.S. rideshare drivers’ union.

True Ground Housing Partners has expanded its partnership with Uber to offer free rides for seniors living in its Arlington affordable housing communities.

Uber is offering free rides for Orange County residents affected by a chemical emergency in Garden Grove.

Courtney Lawrie of Wonder discusses growth strategies including habit-building among customers and recent rebranding efforts. She highlights key metrics for success while outlining approaches for entering new markets like Texas.

A Florida Lyft driver allegedly used an AI-generated image to bill teenagers for a cleaning fee, prompting debate over verification standards at rideshare companies. A recent court ruling also reaffirmed broad legal immunity for these firms when passengers sue over incidents involving drivers logged into their platforms.