TWB Podcast: Apple Roundup, Driver-less Lyft, High-Tech Helmets, E-skin
Apple's Special Event may include more than a new iPhone, the NFL could be revolutionized with a new helmet and Lyft's autonomous efforts.
Driverless technology may be on the rise, but Lyft has a place for humans
Despite the burgeoning interest in driverless cars, there will always be a place in this world (and in cars) for humans at Lyft.
Lyft rides along with Amtrak for a more seamless travel experience
Lyft has partnered with Amtrak to offer riders a more seamless experience when it comes to getting "from station to destination."
Lyft giving Uber a run for its money with new self-driving facility
Lyft has continued to charge through the door that's been left wide open by Uber, and has begun developing self-driving technology.
In-car service Cargo provides you with snacks you didn’t know you needed
Cargo -- a new in-car service -- connects riders with a variety of products all packed neatly into a clear box.
Lyft aims for speedier trips with suggested pickup locations
Lyft now presents riders with time-saving pickup points when you request a ride. Download the latest version of the Lyft app to use it.
An Ohio judge is forcing convicted drunk drivers to download Uber and Lyft
A judge in Ohio is ordering convicted drunk drivers to sign up to Uber and Lyft in a bid to stop them from repeating the offense.
Jaguar Land Rover joins Lyft’s growing web of corporate partnerships
Jaguar Land Rover is investing $25 million in Lyft. The relationship could also include the development of self-driving cars.
You could soon be ordering driverless cars from NuTonomy via Lyft
On Tuesday, Lyft announced a new partnership with Boston-based NuTonomy, the self-driving car company. A pilot is expect in a few months.
Lyft hopes to convince drivers it is better than Uber with scheduled rides
Lyft made life easier for its drivers, allowing passengers to schedule rides in advance that drivers can accept days beforehand.
Lyft takes on Uber Black with a new luxury car service
Lyft has launched a new service for riders who want to travel in style. Now the priciest of its options, "Lux" starts in five U.S. cities.
Lyft hooks up with Waymo just as Uber takes punches in court case
Also today: Smash hit video game Legend of Zelda set to go mobile this year, and the patent on a key piece of music software comes to an end.
Lyft responds to Uber by teaming up with Waymo on self-driving cars
Lyft and Waymo will partner on development of self-driving cars, a prospect that might worry Lyft rival Uber.
Lyft Shuttle is a ‘bus service’ for commuters with fixed routes and fares
Lyft is testing a new shuttle service to see how its users like the idea of riding in a bus instead of a car. Advantages include fixed fares.
Lyft wants to help you donate to charity with every ride
If you're a Lyft rider who fancies making a charitable donation with every journey, the company is about to launch a scheme just for you.
Lyft rolls into 50 more U.S. markets to take the fight to Uber
Lyft launched in more than 50 additional U.S. cities on Thursday, taking it within six of its year-end goal of 300.
Angelenos can borrow a Chevy Bolt EV with the Maven car-sharing service
Maven is adding the Chevrolet Bolt EV to its Los Angeles fleet, for both car sharing and the Lyft Express Drive rental program.
#DeleteUber incident heralds new political era for tech companies
Also today: Will iPhone 7 sales reverse Apple's backslide? And a video gaming icon passes away.
Lyft follows Uber’s lead with in-app calendar integrations
Lyft's app just got a little smarter thanks to its ability to suggest destinations based on your calendar events.
Lyft joins Uber in allowing commuters to use pretax dollars to pay for rides
On Wednesday, Lyft announced a series of new partnerships that allow you to use pretax dollars in order to get you to your office.
Lyft is about to add 40 new cities to its roster — is yours one of them?
Lyft is getting a head start on its ambitious expansion, with the wheels already in motion to debut in 40 new cities on January 26.
You may soon be able to hail Lyft across the globe, if signs are accurate
Lyft already has international partners, but may be changing course to build its own ridesharing brand internationally.
MIT study: NYC’s taxi fleet could be replaced by 3,000 ridesharing vehicles
Nearly 13,250 vehicles could be replaced by just 3,000 ride-sharing cars if these services were used to capacity, according to a new study from MIT.
Budweiser offers free Lyft rides for the holidays to the first 10,000 who sign up
Budweiser wants you to choose Lyft as your designated driver for the holidays. The Anheuser-Busch beverage brand is giving away 10,000 free Lyft rides.
Beacon is Uber's solution to helping drivers and passengers connect
Uber's making it easy to spot a ride with a hardware accessory called Beacon, a light fixture drivers can add in their car to signal passengers.
Uber, Lyft, and Airbnb may have a champion in transportation pick Elaine Chao
Elaine Chao, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Transportation Secretary has spoken in favor of 'sharing economy' businesses in the past.
Cadillacs may be in your driving future, even if you never own or lease one
Cadillac sees new opportunities as the traditional markets for individual car ownership die or change. Cadillac is planning for its own mobility future.
Lyft shaves its ‘stache for the new Amp, an LED beacon to find your ride
Lyft is making it easier to find your ride with Amp, a connected device that flashes a designated color from the driver's car.
Lyft, Uber, and Zipcar are all helping get out the vote
Ridesharing companies like Uber, Lyft, and Zipcar, are doing their part to ensure that voter turnout is as high as possible.
Forget about paying a percentage of each fare, Fasten drivers pay a $1 flat fee
Promising riders will pay less and drivers will make more, ride-hailing startup Fasten uses a different driver charge method than Uber and Lyft.
Are you a Lyft or Uber user? Chances are you're both, new study finds
A new report from consumer insights firm 7Park Data examines how the competition is heating up between Lyft and Uber.
Are you a Lyft driver? You may be one of the first to drive a Chevy Bolt EV
One of the perks of being a Lyft driver? Early access to the Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles that are soon to debut.
Uber is letting its drivers offer their riders a solar-panel sales pitch — at least so far
Passengers may get more than they bargained for when they ride with Uber or Lyft as drivers are being recruited to help sell solar panels.