Lyft to rebrand TBR Global as Alcove in 2027, creating major Blacklane rival
Ride-hailing giant Lyft has announced plans to rebrand its recently acquired chauffeur operation TBR Global Chauffeuring as Alcove. Alcove will be US-based Lyft’s dedicated brand for global chauffeuring services, and will compete directly with Blacklane, which was recently acquired by Lyft’s main global rival, Uber. The name change …
Government to review airport drop-off charges after sharp increases over past 12 months
The Government has launched a review into Airport drop-off charges following complaints about sharp price rises in recent years. Drop-off and pick-up charges at …
BMW reveals gun-proof Concept 7 Protection without full armour for lower security risks
BMW has unveiled a second armoured version of the 7-series, targeting lower-risk customers who still require a bulletproof, security-enabled luxury saloon without the weight …
London Assembly takes hard line on robotaxis in scathing new report
The London Assembly has demanded a halt to the deployment of autonomous taxis in London. In a damning report, it has made 13 recommendations …