EXPLAINED: 25 - The Real Truth

Uber will operate its own robotaxis again—this time with Rivian’s not‑yet‑built EVs

After studying the competition for years via partnerships, Uber is apparently ready to take on more risk again.

Fortune · Mar 19

Bumpy path predicted for self-driving cars in Australia

Australia could cut emissions and car parks by introducing self-driving cars, but the technology could also have unexpected negative effects on roads.

AAP · Mar 19

Uber to roll out 50,000 Rivian robotaxis in Europe and North America

Uber will buy thousands of autonomous Rivian robotaxis and invest up to $1.25 billion (€1.1bn), aiming to launch a fleet of 50,000 vehicles by 2030.

Euronews · Mar 19

‘We don’t tell the car what it should do’: my ride in a self-driving taxi

Driverless ‘robotaxis’ will be accepting fares in Britain’s biggest city by the end of next year. Can they deal with London’s medieval roads, hordes of pedestrians and errant ebikers? I got in the passenger seat to find out

The Guardian - UK · Mar 19

'The Public Is Suspicious': Why Annie Guthrie And Her Husband Are Still Being Eyed Despite Being Cleared

Uber video from the night before 84‑year‑old Nancy Guthrie vanished in Tucson has revealed nothing suspicious, but public scrutiny stubbornly remains fixed on her daughter Annie and son‑in‑law, who authorities say are cleared.

International Business Times UK · Mar 18

New Philadelphia Tax Could Increase Uber, Lyft, and Delivery Prices: Who Pays More?

Could Philadelphia’s proposed tax on rides and deliveries set a example for cities nationwide?

Kiplinger · Mar 18

Uber Video Reveals Final Moments Before Nancy Guthrie Abduction

Savannah Guthrie's mother Nancy vanished from her Tucson home in a suspected targeted kidnapping, with new Uber footage showing nothing unusual hours earlier. As rewards rise and leads grow, the family faces public scrutiny and private anguish.

International Business Times UK · Mar 18

DiDi raises prices in Australia to cover soaring petrol costs amid conflict in the Middle East

Other delivery and transport companies such as Uber, DoorDash and Australia Post are weighing whether to charge more

The Guardian - AU · Mar 18

Benchmark's Bill Gurley: the AI bubble is about to burst—and a reset is coming

"One day, I just think we trip and run out of money," the legendary venture capitalist said. "I do think that moment stands in front of us."

Fortune · Mar 17

Woman orders DoorDash. Then the driver does something shocking as he’s delivering: ‘My Uber driver once drove me through a golf course’

A DoorDash customer got more than they bargained for when their delivery driver pulled up with their order. Why? They mowed straight through her lawn.

The Mary Sue · Mar 17