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Uber
Whisk offers a different model for getting around town
by
Molly Wood
May 21, 2014
App users can watch their ride fare in real time on their phone.
Uber faces tough competition in China
by
Molly Wood
Feb 18, 2014
China is already saturated with similar car-service apps.
Taxicabs without drivers could be just down the road
Dec 27, 2013
Uber CEO Travis Kalanick says cabs without drivers may soon be taking people where they want to go.
Ride-sharing vs. taxis: in many cities, the competition is on
by
Ben Bergman
Nov 27, 2013
Now that California has recognized ride-sharing, taxi companies have to learn how to compete with it
A steep cab fare: Uber valued at $3.5 billion
by
Kai Ryssdal
Aug 26, 2013
On-demand car service Uber, which uses a smartphone app to send you a car, is reported to be worth $3.5 billion.
Private taxis take to the streets...and skies?
by
Chau Tu
Jul 2, 2013
App-based car services like Uber and Lyft rise in popularity, much to chagrin of traditional taxi companies. Uber is even offering helicopter services this Independence Day holiday.