Refusing fares, rudeness and overcharging – Hong Kong’s taxi drivers are notorious for their bad service attitude toward passengers, who often grumble that it is hard to find a good cabby in the city. But a citywide taxi service commendation scheme with a record high number of nominations may change the view of many riders…
A test of Singapore-based ride-hailing operator Tada, newly launched in Hong Kong, suggests it could cost less than market leader Uber but might have longer waiting times, even as both services remain illegal. The Post invited a lawmaker to try the ride booked through the new operator, during which the driver conceded that he did…
A Singapore-based ride-hailing service provider has launched in Hong Kong ahead of a government plan to regulate operators, with the newcomer providing fresh competition for market leader Uber. Tada, which touts a zero-commission model for drivers, began operating in the city on Thursday and will allow customers to pay by cash or credit card in…
In This Story President-elect Donald Trump has named David Sacks as the White House’s artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency czar, giving the venture capitalist and vocal Republican donor influence over his administration’s policies. AI trip planners will soon be better than human travel agents, Booking Holdings CEO Glenn Fogel said “David will focus on making America…
One of the great pleasures of travelling to different places is that it provides an opportunity to compare with the situation in one’s city and country. There is an extra dimension to the pleasure when revisiting after an absence of some years, to better evaluate the effect of the changes in the interim. Over the…
The Trump transition team is considering a former Uber executive and three current or former Republican congressmen – one of whom is now a Fox News host – to lead the US Department of Transportation, eight sources familiar with the matter told Reuters. Emil Michael, a Trump donor and technology entrepreneur who knows Elon Musk…
Some Uber and Lyft drivers are striking deals with passengers for rides outside the apps. Drivers say they’re trying to make up for low-paying gigs through the rideshare apps. Going outside the apps raises safety and insurance concerns, the companies said. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you’re…
Uber (UBER) reported third quarter results, beating Wall Street expectations on both revenue and earnings. The rideshare platform posted revenue of $11.19 billion, surpassing estimates of $10.99 billion. Adjusted earnings per share reached $1.20, significantly higher than the anticipated $0.45. Despite these positive metrics, Uber’s stock faced pressure due to weaker-than-expected gross bookings and a…
In This Story This week promises to be exceptionally busy, with a blend of financial updates and festive celebrations. Investors are bracing for a flurry of major earnings reports, providing a crucial snapshot of how various sectors are navigating the current economic landscape. McDonald’s is facing its first lawsuit from the Quarter Pounder E. coli…
In This Story Tesla (TSLA) stock is staying strong in trading Thursday after the company delivered earnings that largely surprised Wall Street and Elon Musk delivered a new round of optimistic forecasts. Prada is making spacesuits for NASA and the price tag is out of this world The automaker reported improved operating profit margins, automotive…