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The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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The advent of ridesharing apps like Uber and Lyft has made it difficult for traditional taxi drivers to attract riders. GABRIELLA HUTCHINGS/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Uber, Lyft trample taxi industry, MBTA

Lexi Matthews October 25, 2018
Boston taxi companies have seen their business continue to plummet over the past few years, largely due to the rise of ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft.

Uber, Lyft cause more traffic congestion, report shows

Hannah Schoenbaum February 8, 2018

Thinking about taking an Uber or Lyft to your next destination? Think again: ride-share services  are increasing traffic in Boston. A new report by the Metropolitan Area Planning Council estimates...

Massachusetts will loosen its guidelines on Uber and Lyft drivers’ driving histories starting Sept. 22. PHOTO BY SYDNEY MAES/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Massachusetts relaxes ride-hailing regulations, affecting Uber, Lyft drivers

Shannon Larson September 13, 2017

The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities filed an order on Friday that called for a relaxing of previously enforced background checks on drivers working for ride-hailing companies, such as...

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