War of the Ride-Sharing Apps: Uber vs. Lyft

The battle between Uber and Lyft is heating up, with both San Francisco-based ride-sharing apps accusing each other of underhanded tactics to poach drivers and nab more customers. Most recently, Lyft accused Uber employees of requesting thousands of Lyft rides and then canceling them. What does the rivalry mean for the region, and how does it affect the companies’ current dispute with taxis?

• More: Tech’s Fiercest Rivalry: Uber vs. Lyft (WSJ)
• More: Lyft vs. Uber: The Battle Between the Ride-sharing Rivals Intensifies (LA Times)
• More: KQED’s ride-sharing coverage