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Lyft posts record bookings, but higher promotions fuel profit miss

The ride-hailing services provider has ​stepped up spending on incentives and loyalty programs to attract and retain customers and sustain ​growth.

The Economic Times · Aug 7

‘This is very transformative for the business’: Lyft’s head of growth on taking a big step into London’s black cab sector

The ride-hailing giant has agreed to acquire Gett U.K., making it the largest app for London’s iconic black cabs. Lyft’s EVP for global growth, an Arsenal fan, is excited.

Fortune · Apr 24

Lyft Remains A 'Show-Me' Story, Analysts Press For Execution

Lyft Inc. (NASDAQ:LYFT) posted strong third-quarter results, underscoring improvement in execution and operational discipline.

Benzinga · Nov 6, 2025

Hundreds of black taxi driver sign-ups in London after 'The Knowledge' test made free

Normally it takes several years to complete The Knowledge at a cost of up to £5,000

Evening Standard · Dec 23, 2023

Black taxi fares could rise by nearly 9% under plans being considered by Transport for London

Proposals range from freezing day, evening and weekend tariffs to increasing them by either 3.7%, 5.2% or 8.9%

Evening Standard · Nov 20, 2023

Gigs are the top occasions adults choose to spend their money on, according to research

A poll of 2,000 adults who attend live events found they prefer a concert (63 per cent) over theatre shows (14 per cent)

The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2023

FREENOW pledges £1 per ride to help save the UK's live music venues

The Ride for Music campaign has been commended by celebrities across the country, including Ed Sheeran and Amy Lamé

Evening Standard · Oct 17, 2023

Ride-hailing app Freenow offers drivers ‘breakthrough’ choice of employment status

Drivers on the minicab network will now be able to choose whether to become workers or remain self-employed

Evening Standard · Sep 13, 2023

Young woman issues warning after taxi driver 'touches thigh and neck'

Megan Carpenter says the driver began touching her tattoos after she got in the motor.

Daily Record · Apr 25, 2023

Young woman's Dublin taxi warning as driver 'touches thigh and neck'

Megan Carpenter has warned others to be vigilant and said she now knows "that no transport is really safe"

Dublin Live · Apr 25, 2023