emerging ridesharing industry News

North Carolina Governor Approves Ridesharing Regulations

Gov. Pat McCrory has signed into law state regulations for ridesharing companies where potential customers use smartphone apps to hail drivers and complete cashless transactions. McCrory signed the legislation Sept. 4 at the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce. He says the …

Allstate to Offer Ridesharing Endorsement in Four States

Allstate has launched a “Ride for Hire” endorsement for qualified transportation network company drivers that will be available in four states – Colorado, Illinois, Texas, and Virginia – by the end of this year. The Allstate Ride for Hire endorsement …

Controversial Ridesharing Legislation Makes it Through Georgia Senate

The Georgia Senate has passed a slightly tweaked substitute measure to a House bill that apparently clears the way for Uber, Lyft and other ridesharing companies to keep operating in the state. The substitute, which makes minor changes to the …

Consumer Advocate to Florida Lawmakers: Ridesharing Proposal ‘Hell-on-Wheels’

The Consumer Federation of the Southeast (CFSE) has warned that consumers will be at significant risk if Florida legislators allow transportation network companies like Uber and Lyft to follow different consumer protection standards than other transportation services in cities and …

Insurance Included in Rideshare Regulations Passed by Illinois Lawmakers

The Illinois Legislature has passed legislation regulating drivers in the emerging ridesharing industry. Both the House and Senate approved legislation creating statewide regulations for drivers working for ridesharing services connecting passengers with drivers who use personal vehicles to give rides. …