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California just approved $25 million to help Uber and Lyft drivers switch to electric vehicles, offering up to $20,300 toward a new EV purchase or lease. The program targets low and moderate-income drivers who log serious miles, making clean transportation accessible to those who need it most.
California just launched a program giving rideshare drivers up to $20,300 toward a new electric vehicle. The incentive targets drivers who need it most while cutting pollution from vehicles that rack up the highest mileage.
Lagos State is launching a four-day program to provide 10,000 professional drivers with free eye exams, medical consultations, and safety screenings. The initiative targets truck and commercial drivers who keep Nigeria's largest city moving.
Windows users plagued by crashing driver updates are getting a break. Microsoft's new system will automatically roll back problematic drivers without anyone lifting a finger.
When a stray dog who befriended taxi drivers in China was hit by a car, the drivers pooled their money to save her life. Their compassion sparked a viral movement that brought an entire city together.
New York City just made going green easier for thousands of working drivers. Eight ultra-fast charging stations in Flushing, Queens will help rideshare and taxi drivers power up in minutes, not hours.
After a Nigerian driver's murder was captured on camera and led to arrests within days, South African ride-hailing drivers are turning dash cams into standard safety equipment. The technology shift is saving lives by deterring crime and providing crucial evidence when attacks occur.
A Kenyan nonprofit just opened Africa's first dedicated fund for assistive technology startups, investing $500,000 in entrepreneurs building life-changing tools for people with disabilities. In a continent where 200 million people need assistive devices but only 10% can access them, this fund treats disability innovation as the scalable business it truly is.
Braden Smith just became college basketball's all-time assists leader, and State Farm celebrated by signing him immediately after. The Purdue guard's record-breaking 1,077th career assist earned him a partnership with one of America's biggest brands.
A 10-year-old boy broke down crying when his taxi fare exceeded the $1.40 in his pocket, but the driver refused to charge him extra. The heartwarming moment went viral after surveillance footage showed the driver teaching the anxious child how to communicate when short on cash.
When a GMC Sierra EV ran out of battery at a gas station, the driver discovered an unexpected charging solution. Emergency roadside companies now use portable generators to rescue stranded electric vehicles in minutes instead of hours.
A Mumbai taxi driver charged a newcomer 40 rupees extra, then confessed and gave her advice on how to avoid scams in the future. His mix of hustle and honesty has the internet celebrating the city's unique spirit.
A family flagged down their neighborhood UPS driver on Easter weekend and invited him to fill a plate at their cookout. The simple act of hospitality reminded everyone that community still thrives when we look out for each other.
Ghana's driving authority is building a dedicated hospital for professional drivers to improve their health and safety. The move comes as part of a broader push to expand services and raise standards across the country's transport sector.
Eleven Japanese companies just launched a groundbreaking logistics consortium that could solve a crisis threatening to leave 940 million tons of goods undelivered by 2030. Their solution puts drivers' wellbeing first while saving the planet.
An occupational therapy professor has spent 40 years creating over 2,000 assistive technology solutions, each costing less than five dollars. Her ingenious hacks help disabled people afford the tools they need to live independently.
Major Japanese companies are launching autonomous buses to solve a critical shortage of drivers across the country. Toyota and telecom giant Docomo are leading the charge to bring fully driverless public transit to local communities.
Nearly 70,000 Uber and Lyft drivers in Massachusetts just certified the first union for ride-hailing workers in American history. The victory could reshape how gig workers organize across the country.
Hyundai Motor India Foundation just launched a program giving assistive technology startups ₹75 lakh ($90,000) to help scale solutions for people with disabilities. The initiative, called Samarth UnnATi, aims to turn innovative ideas into real-world tools that improve daily life.
When Ilona Bannister lost her grandmother's precious Ukrainian medallion in an Uber, she thought it was gone forever. A thoughtful driver went out of his way to reunite her with the irreplaceable keepsake.
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