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Uber is launching a new initiative aimed at making its app more accessible for older users. The feature, called Senior Accounts, introduces a simplified interface, ride-tracking tools for families, and flexible payment options tailored to the needs of older adults. Available now in the U.S., Senior Accounts offer a
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Waymo, the autonomous ride-hailing arm of Alphabet, has now completed over 10 million paid rides, according to co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana, who shared the milestone during the Google I/O developer conference this week. The figure marks a major acceleration for the company, doubling its trip count in just five months.
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In an era where everyday expenses feel increasingly out of reach, Uber is betting that affordability—not just convenience—will keep people coming back. The ride-hailing and delivery giant has unveiled a new feature called Route Share, which aims to offer a more budget-friendly alternative to traditional UberX rides during
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Uber and Chinese autonomous vehicle technology firm WeRide are significantly expanding their robotaxi partnership, planning to bring their joint service to 15 additional cities over the next five years. The announcement builds on their initial commercial deployment in Abu Dhabi, launched five months ago, and signals an aggressive push into
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Waymo, the self-driving unit of Alphabet, is accelerating its robotaxi operations with the final delivery of Jaguar I-Pace SUVs to its Arizona facility. These vehicles will be retrofitted with autonomous technology and join Waymo’s current fleet of 1,500 I-Paces operating in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Austin.
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Lyft is stepping into a new chapter with the introduction of Lyft Silver, a ride-hailing service designed specifically for aging and elderly individuals who may no longer be able to drive but still value their freedom and mobility. Slated for early access nationwide on May 5, Lyft Silver promises a
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May Mobility, the Michigan-based autonomous vehicle startup backed by Toyota and BMW, has announced a major partnership with Uber to launch “thousands” of robotaxis on the ridehailing platform in multiple U.S. markets. This collaboration marks a significant step in both companies' autonomous mobility ambitions, with the first phase
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Aurora Innovation has officially launched the nation’s first fully driverless, heavy-duty trucking service on public highways, marking a historic milestone for autonomous vehicle technology. The rollout began this week in Texas, with self-driving freight trucks operating between Dallas and Houston—without a human behind the wheel. The startup, which
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Alphabet-owned Waymo has taken a major step toward expanding its autonomous vehicle ambitions beyond commercial ride-hailing services. On Tuesday, the self-driving technology company announced a preliminary agreement with Toyota to explore the integration of Waymo’s autonomous driving systems into personally-owned vehicles. The collaboration marks a significant evolution for Waymo,
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Volkswagen of America and Uber have announced a bold plan to bring autonomous electric ride-hailing to multiple U.S. cities, starting with Los Angeles in 2026. The partnership will deploy a fleet of self-driving VW ID. Buzz vans — retro-inspired electric vehicles powered by Mobileye’s autonomous driving tech — with the
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In a move that further links ride-hailing with air travel, Delta Air Lines and Uber have launched a new partnership allowing U.S.-based Delta SkyMiles members to earn frequent flyer miles when using Uber or Uber Eats. The collaboration strengthens Uber’s positioning within the lucrative airport segment, while
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Uber is rolling out its airport shuttle service in Atlanta, marking the latest expansion of its Uber Shuttle program. Starting next month, the company will begin transporting passengers to and from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport with regular, affordable service. The new service will offer multiple pickup and drop-off locations across