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Apr 21, 2022

Mask Requirement Stays In Place For D.C. Taxis, Ride-Hailing Drivers And Passengers

Both Lyft and Uber had lifted their mask mandates nationally, but said local rules still apply.

Mar 16, 2022

Uber, Lyft, And D.C. Taxis Add Surcharge To Defray Rising Gas Costs

The average cost of gas in the region is about $4.40 a gallon, one of the highest prices ever. 

Dec 31, 2020

No Late-Night Metro Service, Ride Hail Promotions This New Year’s

A recent regional surge in COVID-19 cases has seen many jurisdictions encouraging locals to stay home.

Nov 19, 2019

Uber And Lyft Rides To Local Airports Could Get More Expensive Next Year

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is considering a fee increase for the app-based companies, and customers could have to offset the costs.

Jun 28, 2019

Capital Bikeshare Rentals Can Now Be Made Through The Lyft App

The cost remains the same, and you can use your Lyft account to pay for your ride.

Jun 24, 2019

Metro Is Testing Lyft Subsidies As A Fix For Workers Struggling With Late-Night Service Cuts

Beginning July 1, Metro will offer a $3 discount on up to 10 shared Lyft rides each week.

May 07, 2019

Will D.C.’s Uber And Lyft Drivers Join The Nationwide Strike?

Unlike their counterparts in many other major cities, drivers in D.C. haven’t had an organized group to fight for their interests.

Apr 11, 2019

How To Get A Free Drink At Eight Bars Around Town

The deal from Lyft runs every Thursday through July 4.

Mar 27, 2019

This New Ridehailing App Will Take Your Kid To Soccer Practice For You

HopSkipDrive launched in northern Virginia this week, and will expand to D.C. and Maryland in the coming months.

Feb 21, 2019

D.C. Proposes Rules To Keep Ubers Out Of The Bike Lane

The proposal is part of a slew of new rules mean to decrease pedestrian and traffic fatalities.

 
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