The Latest on Ride Services
Even if you don't hail rides using smartphone apps, you've probably read or seen stories about them. Companies like Uber and Lyft have transformed the transportation ecosystem over the past five years. Uber, by far, is the biggest, and continues to expand at breakneck speed. It's now in 53 countries and more than 250 cities, and boasts 1 million rides each day.
But all this growth has spurred controversy. Privacy, safety, surge pricing and driver compensation have all become hot-button issues in the on-demand ride service industry. The traditional taxi industry in San Francisco has taken a big hit from the ride-sharing competition, but that may soon change as new apps for on-demand taxi service enter the market.
Guests:
• Sachin Kansal, Flywheel
• Susan Shaheen, UC Berkeley Transportation Sustainability Center
• Michelle Quinn, San Jose Mercury News
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