Uber Helicopter Rides Leave Lyft and Taxi Behind - http://clapway.com/2016/01/18/uber-helicopters-rides-leave-lyft-and-taxi-behind-123/

Airbus Group SE is teaming up with Uber Technologies Inc. so that people can hitch a ride on a helicopter during this year’s Sundance Film Festival. Airbus’s H125 and H130 helicopters will be taking passengers on-demand.

Sundance Film Festival Witnesses A Great Partnership Between Uber and Airbus

Sundance Film Festival will be taking place in Park City, Utah as of January 21. Tom Enders, CEO of Airbus, explained that the collaboration hopes to bring helicopters to a bigger audience. They didn’t share details on how much the ride would cost.

Airbus, based in Toulouse, makes everything from commercial airplanes to military transporters. Uber also has its hand on a series of different kinds of transportations. Uber France offers rides on motorcycles while in India people can hitch rides on rickshaws or ride boats in Istanbul. Airbus has been suffering poor sales in helicopters, which has impacted their profits. This collaboration gives Uber one more extension and gives Airbus the chance to steal the spotlight.

Airbus Brings in $150 Million to its Silicon Valley Branch

Innovation is a big deal for Airbus. Their hope is to bring some of it in through their partnership with NASA, but the French company is also investing $150 million in their Silicon Valley branch for promising aerospace startups around the globe.

Meanwhile, Taxi Still Want Taxi-Hailing Services Out of the Game

Taxi used to be the predominant mode of public transport besides buses and trains. Uber and Lyft have inevitably threatened their territory. Many taxi lobbyists are protesting both companies because it takes away from the jobs of many. The truth is, Uber and Lyft are cleaner and safer. The companies have expressed that they have full intention of bringing in self-driving cars when they become available. This will cause yet another revolution when it comes to taxi-hailing services. It will make them greener and even safer.

Uber definitely has a bigger lead in the game. They have brought in cars, boats, motorcycles and helicopters to the game. Lyft might find a way to one-up Uber from this. For now, it’s safe to say Sundance Film Festival is going to be amazing.

Uber Helicopter Rides Leave Lyft and Taxi Behind

Uber, Facebook Messenger, StubHub and United Airlines Will Destroy Lyft - http://clapway.com/2016/01/13/uber-facebook-messenger-stubhub-and-united-airlines-will-destroy-lyft-123/

Uber reached one billion passengers over the holidays, and to celebrate, it’s partnering up with Facebook Messenger, StubHub and United Airlines. So long, Lyft!

Uber Brings in Trip Experiences

The personalized cab service is on the lookout to make riding more fun, especially since a lot of customers use Uber for longer rides. As such, Uber brought in third party app developers to send notifications and other content to passengers upon getting permission from the riders.

This is the first major update the app has released since the Ride Request service update launched back in March 2015. Trip Experiences brings in music playlists that are completed exactly by the time you reach your destination. It also gives users news subjects on different categories. It also helps you look into the restaurant or bar you’re on your way to, offering honest reviews. It even allows you to set reminders.

Uber Tramples Lyft

Valued at $62.5 billion, Uber is really breaking ground. Now, it’s spreading out beyond being just a car services. Lyft has given Uber a lot of grief in terms of competition, and these features put it a step ahead. The service has even tested food delivery services in the US. Allegedly, they are now working on acquiring and operating self-driving cars.

By bringing in third-party apps, Uber takes things one step further. They are putting in full efforts in their partnerships with Facebook Messenger, StubHub and United Airlines, and more brands will be joining them throughout 2016. Riding a Uber is now more productive, more efficient and more enjoyable.

Riders Might Get Annoyed By Ads

Although users might find this new Trip Experiences tool useful, advertisers are going to jump at every opportunity to target riders. This may annoy some customers into opting to not receive the services, so all riders should be aware that there is ad content in this feature.

As the update rolls out, it will certainly be interesting to see how Lyft and other competitors will retaliate. Will Lyft also decide to partner up with third party app developers? These relationships can be short lived as we’ve seen with Facebook and Twitter. For this specific service, it could work out.

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Uber, Facebook Messenger, StubHub and United Airlines Will Destroy Lyft

Ten Reasons why Lyft is Better Than Uber - http://clapway.com/2016/01/12/ten-reasons-why-lyft-is-better-than-uber/

There Are Ten Reasons why Lyft is Better Than Uber

REASONS 1 AND 2: COST AND PRIME TIME COST

The cost for Lyft is very convenient for their consumers. Usually, a ride from them will start at only $1, and then from there it will be $1.50 for every mile. Lyft also has their Prime Time cost which comes in effect when users ask for rides during a busy time. This will drastically increase the price of the ride. However, Lyft makes this easier to notice than Uber does.

REASONS 3 AND 4: SAFETY AND DRIVER BENEFITS

Lyft makes sure that their drivers are qualified and ready for the job. They have to have the most current insurance and have a valid drivers license to work for them. Not only that but they are also required to pass a criminal background test, a car inspection, and a DMV background check. Also, they offer their drivers many exclusive benefits. These benefits include gym memberships, discounts on new car purchases, and much more.

REASONS 5 AND 6: LEGALITY AND RIDING EXPERIENCE

Lyft is a legit company that operates their services legally. However, if you want to be safe then you can keep a copy of your certification. Lyft makes this document much easier to find than Uber does. The riding experience in Lyft cars is also a little more exciting than in Uber cars. It feels like more of an adventure and not so much of a professional environment.

REASONS 7 AND 8: POPULARITY AND SERVICE

The service that Lyft provides makes them the best choice for your destination. The drivers treat their passengers as friends rather than as customers. This makes the ride much more enjoyable, and it makes the passenger feel right at home. The way that they operate their service makes them a little more popular when it comes to enjoyment.

REASONS 9 AND 10: CUSTOMER SUPPORT AND THE APP

No matter how good a company is, they must have good customer support. Lyft indeed has that as they advise their customers to get on their Facebook group and post their questions. This allows the company to help out their customers with great speed. Lastly, the app that they provide is very user-friendly. Users can request a ride, see how much a ride will cost them in real-time, and much more.

Ten Reasons why Lyft is Better Than Uber

Google, Mercedes-Benz Self-Driving Cars Cut Uber and Lyft Jobs - http://clapway.com/2016/01/07/google-mercedes-benz-self-driving-cars-cut-uber-jobs-123/

Uber and Lyft brought a big change to the transportation industry, offering a cheap alternative and thousands of jobs to basically the whole world. With the inception of self-driving cars out of Google and Mercedes-Benz, things could take a drastic turn.

Uber and Lyft Will Cut All the Jobs They Brought

Driverless car technology is the new trend. There’s no denying it. This is naturally going to be implemented to all parts of the automotive industry. In the future, we will not only own driverless cars but also ride driverless buses, trains, and cabs. Uber and Lyft, who sold most of their impact on creating jobs, might end up ripping apart everything they created.

Self-Driving Cars are The Logical Next Step

This has been met with a lot of criticism from currently employed drivers. Many have been quoted as having felt betrayed by their employers. Lyft has made big announcements regarding self-driving technology. It has just sealed a huge partnership with General Motors to one day launch driverless cabs. Uber is naturally going to take similar measures eventually.

Lyft and Uber Going Driverless Shouldn’t Surprise Anyone

One of the reasons why prices are how they are with Uber and Lyft is because riders pay for the ride and the driver. Taking the driver out of the equation lowers the cost of a ride, which makes riding these cabs cheaper than owning a car on the long run.

Security is also something that the concept of driverless cabs has in their favor. Having no driver means no risk of reckless driving and drivers breaching certain laws. It’s just a more organized approach. This also means that eventually, both startups will be able to have cars on the road 24/7 no matter what, and they don’t need a salary.

Uber, Lyft, Mercedes-Benz and Google Still Need Human Hands

The truth is that this is the next logical step for the technology. If everyone’s going driverless, drivers will inevitably lose their jobs. However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t other related jobs that can’t be taking. Because driverless cars are machines, they need to be handled by human hands. Regardless of how smart the technology is, it needs human handling to a certain degree.

The hands behind the technology Google self-driving car, the future Mercedes-Benz autonomous car are human. While it is not as easy or convenient a job as driving around, there’s no denying that this is just where the technology is taking us.

From a business standpoint, drivers shouldn’t be surprised by these announcements. General Motors, Google, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen and Kia are all venturing into the self-driving car industry, and companies that benefit from these corporations must follow along.

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Google, Mercedes-Benz Self-Driving Cars Cut Uber and Lyft Jobs

Uber X and Lyft prove that Taxi Driver is No Longer a Profession - http://clapway.com/2015/12/17/uber-x-and-lyft-prove-that-taxi-driver-is-no-longer-a-profession/

Center City recently experienced a huge traffic jam, but it was not because of vehicles. Several hundred taxi drivers, Uber Black drivers, and other cab drivers took to the streets to protest against Uber X and Lyft. They feel that those two driving services get unfair advantages.

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TAXI DRIVERS PROTEST AGAINST UBER X AND LYFT

For over an hour, the protesters were gathered in Center City to protest against Uber X and Lyft. Their main point of the protest was to have both of those driving companies shut down due to illegally operating in the city. What is happening is the Parking Authority is not regulating Uber X or Lyft like they do for taxi drivers. This means that drivers from those two services can get away with, for example, increasing their earnings.

UNFAIR ADVANTAGES THAT UBER X AND LYFT HAVE

Uber X and Lyft hold other advantages besides being able to increase their earnings by advertising in their car. One of the protesters spoke out and he is an Uber Black driver. He states how those driving services do not have to pay commercial insurance and they do not even need a commercial license. Also, the same protester commented and said that they do not have the detailed background checks that they have.

OTHER PROTESTERS TALK ABOUT UBER X AND LYFT

The general consensus from the protesters is that they wanted this problem fixed. They said that they feel completely ignored by the city and that they want to see the city do more about this. However, a Philadelphia Parking Authority representative mentioned that they do take part in regular stings. The representative stated that the authority goes after any illegal ride-sharing organizations.

THE PHILADELPHIA PARKING AUTHORITY IS TRYING THEIR BEST FOR TAXI DRIVERS

The president of the Taxi Workers Alliance of Philadelphia, Ronald Blount, notified the public that the Philadelphia Parking Authority is doing all they can. Blount stated that they only have eight enforcement inspectors to try and stop the illegal activity. He notifies people that they need help because they have eight people going up against thousands of Uber X drivers in the city. They are a little outmatched, don’t you think? More people need to step up for this to be made possible.

WHY UBER X AND LYFT ARE MAKING TAXI DRIVING IRRELEVANT

There was actually a statement that was released by a spokesperson from Uber. They mention in their statement how many taxi drivers are frustrated and they understand why. The statement points out that the Philadelphia Parking Authority’s outdated rules are indeed making it harder for taxi drivers to make a decent living. So, in other words, their statement is pointing to the fact that taxi drivers are becoming less successful. This does not seem right as all driving companies should be treated the same and have the same advantages.

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WILL TAXI DRIVERS GET WHAT THEY WANT?

The protest performed by taxi drivers, Uber Black drivers, and other cab drivers has led to Uber commented about it. They stated how they have heard all of the complaints from the protesters and that they are working on a solution. They mention how they indeed want to make it easier for those drivers to make more money. However, are they actually going to do this and how long will it take? Only time will answer those questions, but one thing that is known is taxi drivers deserve better than this.

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Uber X and Lyft prove that Taxi Driver is No Longer a Profession

Lyft Line: Carpooling is the New Trend - http://clapway.com/2015/11/16/lyft-line-carpooling-is-the-new-trend123/

Lyft Line is Cheaper than UberPOOL and More Accessible

Lyft Line brings Lyft an even cheaper way to get you where you need to be by offering a carpooling service. This allows you to cross whatever distances you don’t want to drive, and could also score you a few friends.

Carpooling is the New Trend

Uber brought the concept in with UberPOOL, which allows customers to hitch a ride alongside other riders going on a similar route. Lyft has a one up on this, though, by offering a much cheaper rate. The moment the add-on was released, it became increasingly popular, especially for quick trips or for riders who are riding alone.

Carpooling is not a new concept, but by putting this together wiht taxi app services, it makes everything that much cheaper. This feature, even more inexpensive than splitting payment, even offers Lyft costumers a rate before they order their ride.

Lyft Expands its Scope

Lyft not only offers customers the opportunity to travel cheaply, but also the opportunity to make friends. This should make the dreadful cab ride to the airport a little more fun and a lot more cheap.

The only thing that might make Lyft even better now is to have scheduled rides!

Lyft Line: Carpooling is the New Trend

Lyft is Cheap and Drivers are Paid Cheaply, Too - http://clapway.com/2015/11/16/lyft-is-cheap-and-drivers-are-paid-cheaply-too123/

In the argument of which is cheaper among all taxi app services, it’s no secret that Lyft beats all others out, with rates incomparable to Uber and Sidecar.

The Phenomena of Lyft And Uber Bring A Different Kind of Freelancing to the Plate

Services like Lyft have brought freelance working into the mainstream, but are they really the future employment? The truth is, Lyft and Uber are not platforms that can serve as full time jobs; even Uber’s president himself stated that most Uber drivers use the service to make some extra cash on the side or as a part time job to supplement their income.

Freelancing Remains Only a Supplemental Gig, Not A Full-Time One

It’s obvious that platforms like Lyft didn’t start as full time positions, as the service is controlled by the drivers themselves. The number of drivers for Lyft and Uber are collectively nearly a million people who make a few trips per month at least, but fact remains that most of these drivers use the service as a part time job to juggle with school or at nights to have some extra money.

In other Words, Freelancing is Still not As Profitable as It Should Be

While the idea that Lyft and Uber bring to the table is attractive: freelancing offers employment at the drivers’ schedule and in widely populated cities like Los Angeles, New York or San Francisco, being a driver can be proliferous. However, the rate at which these drivers are actually paid resonate exactly with the work of any freelancer, and the limitations are starting to escalate.

In other words, Lyft and Uber are cheaper options to cabs, but their drivers are cheaply paid, too.

Lyft is Cheap and Drivers are Paid Cheaply, Too