Pandemic hits Lyft ridership, revenue as executives cast its future in California in doubt
Lyft had 8.7 million active riders during the three months ending in July, a 60 percent decline compared to the same period one year ago.
Uber and Lyft must classify California drivers as employees, not independent contractors: judge
Uber and Lyft drivers in California must now be classified as employees instead of independent contractors, a shift that would guarantee benefits like overtime, sick leave and expense reimbursement for workers who make up much of the freewheeling gig economy.
Lyft to install coronavirus sneeze guards in driver cars
Lyft drivers are getting partitions installed in their cars free of charge.
Massachusetts sues Uber, Lyft over misclassification of drivers
Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey announced a suit against ridesharing companies Uber and Lyft.
Most Uber, Lyft drivers in Seattle not poorly paid: Study
A Cornell study found that the median Uber and Lyft driver earned $23.30 per hour compared with Seattle's $25.50.
Slain college student's family fights to improve rideshare safety
The family of a 21-year-old college student who was kidnapped and killed last year is teaming with Lyft and Uber to reach more students on campuses.
California wants judge to classify Uber, Lyft drivers as employees
California is Uber's and Lyft's biggest U.S. market
These US companies are observing Juneteenth as a work holiday this year
Nearly every state and Washington, D.C. recognizes the day as a holiday or observance, although it is not a federal holiday.
Lyft promises to go all-electric by 2030
Co-founder and President John Zimmer said the company can impact policy change.
NYC shuts down Uber, Lyft services temporarily amid riots
New York City's Taxi and Limousine Commission has temporarily shut down Uber and Lyft's car services Tuesday evening as the city attempts to crack down on civil unrest in the wake of the death of George Floyd.
Citi Bike discontinues NYC service during curfew hours
Images posted to social media show people looting from businesses in New York City and then leaving the scene on Citi Bikes.
Lyft says May rides jump 26% from prior month
Ride-hailing firm Lyft Inc said on Tuesday that rides on its platform rose 26 percent in May from the previous month helped by strong growth in cities where coronavirus-induced restrictions have been eased.
Uber, Lyft drivers sue Cuomo over unemployment benefits
Drivers are accusing the state of making them wait months to learn whether they will be receiving unemployment benefits.
Uber, Lyft would owe California $413M in unemployment taxes if drivers were treated like employees, report says
But taxpayers across the country will be covering the cost of their unemployment insurance.
Will coronavirus kill Uber, Lyft rideshare business?
Rideshare services are experiencing lulls in business that could extend after the virus dissipates, but innovative ideas will keep revenue steady.
California AG sues Uber, Lyft for 'misclassifying' drivers as gig workers, withholding benefits
California's attorney general is accusing Uber and Lyft of misclassifying drivers as idependent contractors and withholding employee protections amid coronavirus.
Lyft revenue rose 23% despite coronavirus, could mean profitability
Lyft surprised investors with higher-than-expected revenue.
Uber lays off 3,700 workers in coronavirus, CEO waives salary
Uber is letting go of 3,700 full-time employees, 14 percent of its staff, and CEO Dara Khosrowshahi is waiving his salary for the rest of the year.
Lyft lays off hundreds over coronavirus losses, Uber reportedly considers similar cuts
Lyft has laid off 982 employees and furloughed another 288.
Lyft rolls out coronavirus essential delivery program
Ride-sharing app Lyft is piloting an “essential deliveries” program as a new option for its drivers as the coronavirus pandemic has led to a drop in rides.