transportation

Uber and BYD Forge Deal to Deploy 100,000 Electric Vehicles 
Uber and BYD Forge Deal to Deploy 100,000 Electric Vehicles 
July 31, 2024  |  Partnerships

Uber on Wednesday (July 31) announced a multiyear strategic partnership aimed at integrating 100,000 BYD electric vehicles (EVs) into its platform across several key global markets....

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Automakers Face Roadblocks in Switching to Electric Vehicles
Automakers Face Roadblocks in Switching to Electric Vehicles
July 28, 2024  |  Transportation

The automotive industry is facing an obstacle in switching to electric vehicles: traditional cars. As The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported Sunday (July 28), pressures...

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Curbee Launches Platform to Help Car Dealerships Add Mobile Service
Curbee Launches Platform to Help Car Dealerships Add Mobile Service
July 26, 2024  |  Transportation

Curbee has launched its software-as-a-service (SaaS) mobile service technology platform for car dealers nationwide. This move follows a successful limited launch of the platform in...

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GM Eyes ‘Winning New Customers’ as EV Sales Soar
GM Eyes ‘Winning New Customers’ as EV Sales Soar
July 25, 2024  |  Transportation

General Motors Chairman and CEO Mary Barra is focused on “winning new customers” as electric vehicle (EV) sales soared during the second quarter. In the...

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EV Ambitions on Hold: Ford Delays Canadian Electric SUV Production
EV Ambitions on Hold: Ford Delays Canadian Electric SUV Production
July 22, 2024  |  Transportation

Ford has announced its revised strategy for its Oakville Assembly plant in Canada, originally slated for electric vehicle (EV) production. Instead, the facility will focus...

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Uber to Add Boat Options in European Tourist Destinations
Uber to Add Boat Options in European Tourist Destinations
July 02, 2024  |  Ridesharing

At a growing number of tourist destinations in Europe, getting an Uber may mean hopping onboard a boat. The ride-hailing firm is rolling out several...

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Uber Invites Consumers to Give up Car, Try Alternative Transportation
Uber Invites Consumers to Give up Car, Try Alternative Transportation
June 27, 2024  |  Ridesharing

Uber is inviting consumers to give up their personal car for five weeks and adopt a “car-light lifestyle.” The ride-hailing company will select up to...

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Southwest Expects Lower Pricing Power as Airlines Add Capacity
Southwest Expects Lower Pricing Power as Airlines Add Capacity
June 26, 2024  |  Transportation

Southwest Airlines is experiencing reduced pricing power because airlines have added flights and seats. The company said in a Wednesday (June 26) filing with the...

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Women Who Lack Transportation Are 17% Less Likely to Get Medical Care
Women Who Lack Transportation Are 17% Less Likely to Get Medical Care
June 25, 2024  |  Healthcare

When it comes to getting an accurate reading on your health, nothing can replace an in-person meeting with a healthcare professional. However, 10% of U.S....

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