McLean-based software company Empower looks to challenge Uber, Lyft
Founded in 2019, Empower’s mission statement focuses on giving drivers more control over pricing and the opportunity to earn higher salaries.
“Not surprised”: UMD students, faculty say xenophobic remarks increased amid coronavirus
“Just be kind to each other and check your assumptions at the door,” one student said.
The convenience of services like Instacart are based on exploitation
The gig economy is too good to be true.
Uber announces a new initiative to promote rideshare safety for students
The initiative is part of a multi-year partnership with several campus safety organizations.
Ride-sharing apps are unsustainable. Metro is the future.
WMATA provides a public service, while Uber tries — and fails — to turn a profit.